Quincy Jones, a music legend, succumbed to pancreatic cancer, as confirmed by his death certificate, which was obtained exclusively by TMZ. The iconic figure passed away on November 3rd of this month, aged 91. At the time, the cause of his demise was not disclosed, and it appeared that Jones' battle with cancer remained unknown to the public. According to the death certificate, no other contributing factors were cited in his passing. Representatives for Jones and his family did not immediately respond to Rolling Stone's request for comment.
A week after his departure, Jones was laid to rest in a private ceremony held in Los Angeles, attended solely by his seven children, brother, two sisters, and other immediate family members. In a statement, the family expressed their "immense gratitude for the heartfelt condolences and tributes received from friends and fans worldwide." They further announced that a "memorial celebration of Mr. Jones' life will be announced at a future date."
Jones enjoyed an illustrious and influential seven-decade career as a producer, composer, and arranger. His work spanned the genres, from the bubblegum pop of the Sixties to film scores, and he collaborated with some of the biggest musicians in history, including Frank Sinatra, Aretha Franklin, and most notably, Michael Jackson.
Following Jones' passing, numerous peers, collaborators, and admirers shared their tributes, including Celine Dion, Jamie Foxx, Stevie Wonder, Paul McCartney, and the Weeknd. One of his daughters, the actress Rashida Jones, also paid her respects, describing her father as a giant, an icon, and a "culture shifter." She added, "He made everyone he met feel loved and valued. That is his enduring legacy. I was fortunate to experience this love intimately. I will deeply miss his hugs, kisses, unconditional devotion, and wise counsel."
