R&B Star D'Angelo Dies After Cancer Battle

Grammy-award winning R&B and soul singer D'Angelo passed away on Tuesday at the age of 51 after battling pancreatic cancer, as confirmed by his family.

Born Michael D'Angelo Archer, the musician was known for his emotionally powerful music. His family described his fight against cancer as "prolonged and courageous."

In a statement, the family expressed their sadness at his passing but gratitude for the impactful musical legacy he leaves behind. They requested privacy during this challenging time but welcomed others to join them in mourning his loss while celebrating his musical contributions.

D'Angelo gained fame in the 1990s with his debut album, "Brown Sugar." One of the album's tracks, "Lady," peaked at No. 10 in March 1996 and stayed on Billboard's Hot 100 chart for 20 weeks.