Legendary music promoter and producer Quincy Jones has died at the age of 91.
His passing was confirmed by his publicist, Arnold Robinson, who said the multiple award-winning composer died at his home on Sunday surrounded by his family.
The statement reads: “Tonight, with full but broken hearts, we must share the news of our father and brother Quincy Jones’ passing.
“And although this is an incredible loss for our family, we celebrate the great life that he lived and know there will never be another like him.
Among Jones’ best-known credits was Michael Jackson’s historic ‘Thriller’ album.
He also oversaw the all-star recording of 1985 charity record ‘We Are The World’.
Jones also composed the soundtrack to the hit 1969 British film ‘The Italian Job’, starring Michael Caine.
His career, which spanned more than 70 years, saw him achieve 28 Grammy awards, and 80 nominations.
He was named one of the most influential jazz musicians of the 20th century by Time magazine.
The father of seven, was married three times to Jeri Caldwell, Ulla Andersson and Peggy Lipton.
(Editor: Okechukwu Eze)
