Quincy Jones, the renowned music producer and composer, has died at the age of 91. His publicist, Arnold Robinson, announced that Jones passed away Sunday night at his home in Bel Air, Los Angeles, surrounded by family.
Jones’s family released a statement saying, “Tonight, with full but broken hearts, we must share the news of our father and brother Quincy Jones’ passing. Although this is an incredible loss for our family, we celebrate the great life that he lived.”
Rising from a tough childhood on the South Side of Chicago, Jones became a pioneering figure in the music industry. He was one of the first Black executives in Hollywood and collaborated with legends like Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles, and Michael Jackson.
Jones is perhaps best known for his work with Michael Jackson on groundbreaking albums like Off the Wall, Thriller, and Bad. His innovative production helped transform Jackson into the “King of Pop.” The album Thriller alone sold over 20 million copies in 1983, making it one of the best-selling albums of all time. Quincy Jones leaves behind a lasting legacy in music.
