Quincy Jones, who went down in history as one of the most iconic music producers of all time, died at the age of 91 at his home in Los Angeles. Jones leaves an impressive legacy behind, and his seven-decades-long career included 28 Grammy wins and collaborations with superstars Frank Sinatra and Michael Jackson.
Jones’s family released a statement announcing that he passed away at 91 at his home in Bel-Air, Los Angeles, adding “Although this is an incredible loss for our family, we celebrate the great life that he lived and know there will never be another like him.”
Jones became a powerhouse in the music industry during the 60s, largely thanks to his collaboration with Frank Sinatra. He later joined forces with Michael Jackson and produced three of his most successful albums, including Thriller, which went on to win a record-breaking eight Grammy Awards and still remains the best-selling album of all time.
Jones is a recipient of 28 Grammy Awards, including the honorary Grammy Legend Award, and many more prestigious accolades, including one Tony, one Emmy, and an honorary Academy Award. He also received multiple Oscar nominations for his work as a film music producer on such projects as In Cold Blood, The Wiz, and The Color Purple.
