Grammy-winning R&B artist D¡¯Angelo, a pioneer of neo-soul music, died at the age of 51 on Tuesday ¡°after a prolonged and courageous battle with cancer,¡± his family said in a statement.
¡°We are saddened that he can only leave dear memories with his family, but we are eternally grateful for the legacy of extraordinarily moving music he leaves behind,¡± his family said, adding ¡°the shining star of our family has dimmed his light for us in this life.¡±
News of his death sent shockwaves across social media, with fans and fellow artists sharing tributes reflecting on the influence he had on their lives and music.
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