what happened to dangelo

D'Angelo, the acclaimed Grammy-winning R&B singer and neo-soul pioneer, passed away on October 14, 2025, at the age of 51 after a prolonged and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. His family shared a heartfelt statement expressing their sorrow and gratitude for the extraordinary musical legacy he leaves behind. D'Angelo was known for his influential albums "Brown Sugar," "Voodoo," and "Black Messiah," and his music helped shape the neo-soul genre. He is remembered as a unique visionary whose soulful sound and emotive music impacted many and will continue to inspire future generations.