Soul legend D’Angelo has died at 51 after a private battle with pancreatic cancer.
His family said, “The shining star of our family has dimmed his light for us in this life…
After a prolonged and courageous battle with cancer,
we are heartbroken to announce that Michael D’Angelo Archer…has been called home.”
Rising in the 1990s, D’Angelo was praised for using real instruments and crafting a warm, organic sound that set him apart.
With albums like Brown Sugar, Voodoo, and Black Messiah, he won four Grammys and became a pioneer of neo-soul.
Sources said he spent his final days with his son, Mike Jr., and often struggled with his image.
“He never was comfortable being a sex symbol,” one insider shared. Tributes from DJ Premier and Justin Timberlake celebrated his artistry and influence.
D’Angelo’s legacy as a soulful innovator continues to shape R&B and modern music worldwide.
