Music Icon Quincy Jones Passes Away at 91

Quincy Jones, the legendary American music producer and composer whose career spanned over 7 decades, has died at age 91. His publicist, Arnold Robinson, confirmed that Jones passed away peacefully on Sunday night at his Bel Air home.

Jones, celebrated as one of the most influential figures in 20th-century music, is best known for producing Michael Jackson's Thriller, the best-selling album of all time in the U.S. His extensive career brought him 28 Grammy Awards and countless other accolades across the film, television, and music industries.

A close collaborator of Frank Sinatra, Jones transformed Fly Me To The Moon into a swinging anthem and produced major soundtracks, including The Italian Job. He co-wrote the charity anthem We Are the World to combat Ethiopian famine, gathering dozens of top artists in 1985 for the cause. He also co-produced The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, showcasing his impact on television.

Tributes poured in from artists like Sir Elton John, Shonda Rhimes, and Dr. Dre, praising Jones as a trailblazer and musical genius. His family expressed pride in his legacy, saying, "Quincy Jones' heart will beat for eternity through his music."

Source: AP News
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