D’Angelo’s Family Reveals Singer’s Cause Of Death

D’Angelo’s household has confirmed that the long-lasting singer died on Tuesday on the age of 51. In an announcement after the information broke on social media, they described him because the “shining star of our household” and revealed his reason behind loss of life to be a personal battle with most cancers.

“The shining star of our household has dimmed his gentle for us on this life… After a protracted and brave battle with most cancers, we’re heartbroken to announce that Michael D’Angelo Archer, identified to his followers world wide as D’Angelo, has been referred to as residence, departing this life at this time, October 14th, 2025. We’re saddened that he can solely go away expensive reminiscences along with his household, however we’re eternally grateful for the legacy of terribly shifting music he leaves behind,” they wrote. “We ask that you just respect our privateness throughout this tough time however invite you all be a part of us in mourning his passing whereas additionally celebrating the present of tune that he has left for the world.”

When Kurrco shared the assertion from D’Angelo’s household on X (previously Twitter), followers paid tribute to him within the replies. “Man, this one hits deep. D’Angelo wasn’t simply an artist he was the soul of a complete period. His voice, his groove, his artistry… timeless. Relaxation simple, legend,” one person wrote. One other added: “We don’t understand how a lot of contemporary sound flows from D’Angelo. His sound formed the rhythm of neo-soul and R&B. He was the architect.”

A number of celebrities have already begun sharing tributes to the late singer on social media as properly. D’Angelo’s collaborator, DJ Premier, wrote on X: “Such a tragic loss to the passing of D’angelo. We now have so many nice instances. Gonna miss you a lot. Sleep Peacefully D’ Love You KING.” The Alchemist additionally wrote: “Man. Relaxation in peace D’ Angelo.” 

Along with his iconic albums, Brown Sugar and Voodoo, D’Angelo performed a pivotal position in popularizing the neo soul style. He went over a decade with out dropping a 3rd studio album earlier than placing out his last challenge, Black Messiah, in 2014.