By Isaac Davis Jr., MBA

Famed TV Host of Soul Train Don Cornelius arrested in LA

The Associated Press on Saturday posted that Famed TV Host Don Cornelius was arrested on suspicion of domestic violence. 

The report stated that police officers were called to the home of the TV host after a 911 call was placed for a domestic dispute, Officer Sam Park reported.

The 72-year-old TV Host was escorted to jail.  Cornelius is facing felony domestic violence charges, reported by Officer Park. Cornelius was released from jail on a whopping $50,000 bail and has been ordered by the judge to appear in court next month.

No one from Cornelius' camp was speaking to the press about this incident. 

Cornelius is most famous for starting "Soul Train" in the 1970's which showcased black music and culture.  The iconic show introudced to its audience such mega musical giants as Aretha Franklin, Marvin Gaye and Barry White. The series also created a successful franchise that continues today with the Soul Train Music Awards, the Soul Train Lady of Soul Awards and the Soul Train Christmas Starfest.

Cornelius' final day as the host of Soul Train was back in 1993.