D'Angelo, an icon of R&B who helped shape that genre – and popular music – in the 21st century, has died at the age of 51, the New York Times is reporting. In a statement shared to Variety, the singer ...

D'Angelo, the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter and producer whose retro R&B sound epitomized the neo-soul movement of the mid-'90s, has died following a battle with cancer. He was 51. The singer, born ...

The R&B world had its share of heartbreak in 2025. As we get going in 2026, the following is a look back at the stars and influential members of the R&B community who died across the past year. Check ...