Legendary music producer Quincy Jones has died at the age of 91.
Throughout his career, Jones worked with Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles and many other artists.
Jones was the producer of Michael Jackson’s historic Thriller album and he oversaw the recording of the 1985 charity record We Are The World.
He also composed the soundtrack to the 1969 British film The Italian Job.
He asked, where are you from? Philly I replied, his eyes twinkled and he talked about the Uptown Theater. I was so thrilled to meet Mr. American Music himself. I literally kneeled because he was a King. Thank you Mr. Quincy Jones for giving us all the sound. pic.twitter.com/6RSZIK79sx
— Colman Domingo (@colmandomingo) November 4, 2024
My Celestial twin Quincy was a titan in the musical world. He was a wonderful and unique human being, lucky to have known him.
— Michael Caine (@themichaelcaine) November 4, 2024
Jones died at his home in Los Angeles on Sunday surrounded by his family.
In a statement, his family said: “Tonight with full but broken hearts, we must share the news of our father and brother Quincy Jones's 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.”
💔💔💔💔💔 to one of my biggest inspirations! Quincy I love you so much!!! Your legacy will live on forever and ever 😢 Heaven definitely got an upgrade with you
— Victoria Monét (@VictoriaMonet) November 4, 2024
We have lost one of the all time greats. The world will miss Quincy Jones. Rest my friend. pic.twitter.com/CrAnBGFmn9
— Darius Rucker (@dariusrucker) November 4, 2024
Across a music career spanning more than 75 years, Jones was nominated for 80 Grammy awards, winning 28 of them.
Time Magazine named him one of the most influential jazz musicians of the 20th century.
Lionel Richie, who co-wrote and performed on We Are The World, called Jones “the master orchestrator”.
Quincy Jones produced so much amazing music during his long career, but I never knew he was responsible for the soundtrack of The Italian Job! Here’s a great example of his genius production and arrangement. So long, sir https://t.co/Sci1ljYrJv
— Billy Bragg (@billybragg) November 4, 2024
Jones was married three times and was a father to seven.
His children include music producer Quincy Jones III and Rashida Jones, known for Parks and Recreation and the US version of The Office.
Reporting by IRN.
