The American R&B singer D'Angelo, best known for his Grammy-winning 2000 album Voodoo, has died.
He was 51 and had reportedly been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
In a statement shared with the US music industry publication Billboard, D'Angelo's family said: "The shining star of our family has dimmed his light for us in this life.
"After a prolonged and courageous battle with cancer, we are heartbroken to announce that Michael D'Angelo Archer, known to his fans around the world as D'Angelo, has been called home, departing this life today, Oct. 14, 2025."
"We are saddened that he can only leave dear memories with his family, but we are eternally grateful for the legacy of extraordinarily moving music he leaves behind," the statement continued.
"We ask that you respect our privacy during this difficult time but invite you all join us in mourning his passing while also celebrating the gift of song that he has left for the world."
News of D'Angelo's death was first reported by the celebrity website TMZ.
Virginia-born D'Angelo released his Grammy-nominated debut album, Brown Sugar, in 1995.
The follow-up, Voodoo, saw him winning Grammys for Best R&B Album and Best Male R&B Vocal Performance in 2001.
His third and final studio album, Black Messiah, which was credited to D'Angelo and the Vanguard, was released in 2015.
It won the Grammy for Best R&B Album and the Grammy for Best R&B Song for Really Love.
DJ Premier of hip-hop duo Gang Starr was among those paying tribute to the late singer.
Writing on X, he said, "Such a sad loss to the passing of D'Angelo. We have so many great times. Gonna miss you so much. Sleep Peacefully D' Love You KING."
Such a sad loss to the passing of D'angelo. We have so many great times. Gonna miss you so much. Sleep Peacefully D'
— DJ Premier (@REALDJPREMIER) October 14, 2025
Love You KING 🫡🤍🕊️🙏🏾
