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Iconic soul singer D’Angelo has died aged 51.
Daily Mail has confirmed that Grammy-winning star, best known for hits including Brown Sugar and Untitled (How Does It Feel), passed away after a battle with cancer.
A representative for the artist released a statement to Daily Mail which began: ‘It is with profound sadness and the heaviest of hearts that I confirm the passing of Michael D’Angelo Archer.
‘D’Angelo passed away earlier today, October 14, 2025, in New York City. He was 51 years old.’
The rep indicates that there will be an official statement on the crooner’s passing in the coming days along with an announcement regarding his memorial services.
They wrote: ‘This is a monumental loss, not only for his family and loved ones but for the millions around the world who were touched by his revolutionary artistry.
Iconic soul singer D’Angelo has died aged 51 – pictured 2015
‘D’Angelo was a genius, a force of nature whose music shifted the landscape of soul and R&B. More importantly, he was a cherished son, brother, and friend whose absence leaves an immeasurable void.’
The statement also says that the family are in the initial stages of ‘immense grief’ and they ask that their privacy be respected at this difficult time.
D’Angelo won four Grammys including Best R&B Album for Voodoo in 2001 and Black Messiah in 2016.
The star also scored Best R&B Song in 2016 for Really Love and Best Male R&B Vocal Performance for Untitled (How Does It Feel).
This is a developing news story – more follows.
The Grammy-winning star, best known for hits including Brown Sugar and Untitled (How Does It Feel), passed away after a battle with pancreatic cancer , sources confirmed to TMZ
