Legendary R&B Singer Angie Stone Passes Away at 63

Angie Stone, the legendary R&B and soul singer, passed away on March 1, 2025, at the age of 63, due to a car accident in Alabama. Born Angela Laverne Brown on December 18, 1961, in Columbia, South Carolina, Stone began her music career in the late 1970s as a member of the hip-hop trio The Sequence.

With a career spanning over four decades, Angie Stone left an indelible mark on the music industry. She was a trailblazer for women in hip-hop and a key figure in the neo-soul movement. Her soulful voice and timeless hits like "Wish I Didn't Miss You" and "No More Rain" continue to inspire new generations of artists and fans.

Stone's music career was marked by numerous milestones, including her debut solo album "Black Diamond" in 1999, which debuted at No. 9 on Billboard's Top R&B/Hip-Hop chart. She went on to release several successful albums, including "Mahogany Soul" and "Stone Love". Angie Stone was also a gifted songwriter and collaborator, working with artists like D'Angelo, Alicia Keys, and Lenny Kravitz.

To add to the devastating news Angie Stone shared a son, Michael, with fellow R&B singer D'Angelo. Tragically, she passed away just one day after celebrating Michael's 28th birthday on February 28.

The heartbreaking news of Angie Stone's passing was first shared by her daughter, Diamond Stone, via a Facebook post.

Throughout her career, Angie Stone received multiple Grammy nominations and won several awards, including a No. 1 hit on Billboard's Gospel Airplay chart. She also ventured into acting, appearing in films like "The Hot Chick" and "Ride Along", as well as portraying Big Mama Morton in the Broadway hit "Chicago".

Angie Stone's passing has sent shockwaves through the music industry, She is survived by her son Michael, daughter Diamond, and two grandchildren. Rest in power, Angie Stone. Your music and spirit will live on forever.