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D'Angelo performs on stage at the Aire Crown Theater, Chicago, Illinois, April 4, 2000.
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D'Angelo performs on stage at the Aire Crown Theater, Chicago, Illinois, April 4, 2000.

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R&B Legend D’Angelo Dead Following a ‘Prolonged’ & ‘Courageous Battle With Cancer’

The neo-soul legend was 51.

R&B legend D’Angelo has died at 51 years old following a battle with cancer, the singer’s family confirmed in a statement on Tuesday (Oct. 14).

“The shining star of our family has dimmed his light for us in this life,” the statement, which was shared with Billboard, began. “After a prolonged and courageous battle with cancer, we are heartbroken to announce that Michael D’Angelo Archer, known to his fans around the world as D’Angelo, has been called home, departing this life today, Oct. 14, 2025.”

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