D'Angelo
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| Birth name | Michael Eugene Archer |
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| Born | February 11, 1974 Richmond, Virginia, U.S. |
| Died | October 14, 2025 (aged 51) New York City, New York, U.S. |
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| Works | D'Angelo discography |
| Years active | 1991–2025 |
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| Children | 3 |
Michael Eugene Archer[2] (February 11, 1974 – October 14, 2025), better known by his stage name D'Angelo (/diˈændʒəloʊ/), was an American musician, singer-songwriter and record producer.
D'Angelo became well known for co-producing the single "U Will Know" for R&B supergroup Black Men United. His first studio album, Brown Sugar came out in 1995. It was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). His third single, "Lady", reached the top ten on the Billboard Hot 100.
D'Angelo won three Grammy Awards: one in 2001, another in 2016 and his last one in 2017.
D'Angelo died from pancreatic cancer while under hospice care in New York City on October 14, 2025 at the age of 51.[3][4]
References
- ↑ Lindsey, Craig D. (February 12, 2013). "Five Lesser-Known Soul Men Worth Your Attention". The Village Voice. Archived from the original on January 22, 2021. Retrieved January 23, 2021.
- ↑ "D'Angelo ready to record after SUV crash". USA Today. September 27, 2005. Archived from the original on August 25, 2010. Retrieved September 7, 2010.
- ↑ "Soul Legend D'Angelo Passes Away After Private Battle With Pancreatic Cancer". Baller Alert. 14 October 2025. Retrieved 14 October 2025.
- ↑ "D'Angelo, Grammy-Winning Icon, Dies at 51". TMZ. October 14, 2025. Retrieved October 14, 2025.
Other websites
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