The legendary producer who died on November 3 at the age of 91 died of pancreatic cancer, according to his death certificate obtained by CNN.
Quincy Jones died of pancreatic cancer, CNN revealed this Thursday, which obtained the death certificate of the legendary producer. He had been ill “for years”, notes the American media. Quincy Jones died on November 3 in Bel-Air, at the age of 91. He was buried in a private ceremony in Los Angeles earlier this week, according to AP, which said a public tribute is also planned.
“Details of Mr. Jones’ celebration of life will be announced at a later date,” his family said.
“An icon”
Trained as a trumpet player, Michael Jackson’s producer, author of numerous hits and recipient of 28 Grammy Awards, has left his mark on music and the general public like no producer before him.
From jazz trumpeter to Michael Jackson producer: the incredible journey of Quincy Jones, dead at 91
His daughter, actress Rashida Jones, paid tribute to him on Instagram. “He was a giant. An icon. A culture-transmitter. A genius,” she wrote, adding: “So many accurate descriptions of my father, but his music (and all his work) was a channel for his love. He was love. He made everyone he met feel loved and seen. That’s his legacy.”
Married three times, Quincy Jones was the father of seven children, born to five companions.
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