Quincy Jones, Legendary Music Icon, Passes Away at 91
Quincy Jones, influential music producer and composer, dies at 91
Quincy Jones, the renowned musician and producer known for his collaborations with Michael Jackson and Frank Sinatra, has died at the age of 91. His publicist, Arnold Robinson, confirmed that Jones passed away peacefully on Sunday night at his Bel Air home.
The family stated,
"Tonight, we must share the news of our father and brother Quincy Jones’ passing. While this is a tremendous loss, we celebrate the remarkable life he lived and acknowledge his unique legacy."
Best known for producing Michael Jackson's "Thriller," the best-selling album of all time, Jones' career extended over 75 years, earning him 28 Grammy Awards. Time magazine listed him as one of the most influential jazz musicians of the 20th century.
Jones had a significant impact on music and film, having composed soundtracks for more than 50 films and TV programs including "In the Heat of the Night," "The Color Purple," and "The Italian Job." Early in his career, he worked closely with Frank Sinatra, transforming "Fly Me To The Moon" into a swing. He also produced and conducted the charity single "We Are The World" in 1985.
His long-time collaboration with Michael Jackson began on the film "The Wiz," leading to his production of Jackson's albums "Off the Wall," "Thriller," and "Bad."
