Music Legend Quincy Jones Passes Away Peacefully at 91, Leaving an Unmatched Legacy

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. He is truly one of a kind and we will miss him dearly; we take comfort and immense pride in knowing that the love and joy, that were the essence of his being, was shared with the world through all that he created. Through his music and his boundless love, Quincy Jones’ heart will beat for eternity.

Beloved musical icon and trailblazer Quincy Jones, whose masterful compositions and productions shaped the sound of American music for over seven decades, has passed away at the age of 91. Known for his incomparable work with legends like Ray Charles, Frank Sinatra, and Michael Jackson, Jones’s impact on jazz, pop, and R&B is woven into the very fabric of the industry.

According to a statement from his family, Jones “passed away peacefully tonight at his home in Bel Air, CA,” surrounded by loved ones. “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,” the Jones family expressed, underscoring the immense pride and comfort they take in knowing how deeply his music touched the world.

Jones’s storied career saw him transition seamlessly from jazz trumpeter to arranger, record producer, film composer, and civil rights advocate, earning him countless accolades and a place among music’s most influential figures. He produced Michael Jackson’s record-breaking Thriller album, composed the iconic score for In the Heat of the Night, and co-produced the groundbreaking charity anthem “We Are the World.”

Beyond his accolades, Quincy Jones’s work represents the enduring spirit of innovation, artistry, and activism. As the Jones family wrote, his heart “will beat for eternity” through his timeless contributions to music and culture.