Quincy Jones, legendary music producer, composer and musician, died on Sunday, 3 November 2024, aged 91. His publicist and a family statement said he died at home in Bel Air, California, with his family around him.
Quincy Jones was a music industry giant with a career spanning six decades. He was a famous producer, composer, and musician who worked with many other artists. Jones won 28 Grammys and was nominated 80 times. He also broke down racial barriers in the music industry, paving the way for future African American artists.
Born on 14 March 1933 in Chicago, Illinois, Jones grew up in poverty and with a mentally ill mother. He started his music career in Seattle, Washington, with his friend Ray Charles. Jones later worked with Lionel Hampton's orchestra and Dizzy Gillespie's big band, touring Europe and the Middle East.
Quincy Jones' legacy is bigger than his awards. He was an innovator and trailblazer who changed the music industry. He was a film and TV composer, record company boss and magazine founder.
Celebrities and music professionals have been paying tribute to Quincy Jones. His family have also released a statement, expressing their grief and gratitude.
