D’Angelo He reportedly died of pancreatic cancer at the age of 51.
Huff Post Deputy Editor Philip Lewis Shared D’Angelo’s friend’s funeral plans Bill McGee It was revealed that a memorial service for the musician was held on Saturday, November 1, in Henrico, Virginia. According to this handout, Msgr. lalan v. robinson officiated the ceremony and delivered the eulogy for the “Untitled (How Does It Feel)” singer, while Rev. Jamal Bryant A special video message was posted. Stevie Wonderharpist Brandi Young D’Angelo’s former sidemen The Soultronics all performed musical selections.
The “Celebration of Life” program also included messages from D’Angelo’s loved ones: “We wish to express our deep gratitude for the outpouring of support…Through music, love and light, Michael D’Angelo’s spirit will forever shine.”
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QuestloveThe family would like to personally thank The Roots for their help in organizing this service. On Thursday, October 30, Questlove penned a powerful tribute to D’Angelo. rolling stoneshe admitted that he had been concerned about his friend’s health for 25 years.
“To be honest, I wasn’t ready to take that hit,” he admitted. “I’ve been preparing for this for about 25 years, ever since the flooding. [album] voodoo In 2000, I always had this looming feeling about D, like “I’m going to get ‘the call’ any minute now.” Most of us mavericks who fly that close to the sun never experience this journey. It’s 5:30 a.m. and I have a few seconds to decide: How do I deal with this new reality? I didn’t want to start Tuesday morning with…mourning. “
On October 14, D’Angelo’s family confirmed the shocking news: The musician (real name Michael Eugene Archer) had passed away after a long battle with cancer.
D’Angelo, March 2015.
Brill/Ulstein photo via Getty Images“Our family’s shining star has dimmed in our lifetime,” they told us us in a statement. “We are heartbroken to announce that Michael D’Angelo Archer (known as D’Angelo to fans around the world) has been called home to pass away today, October 14, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.”
Their statement continued: “We are saddened that he will only have fond memories with his family, but we are forever grateful for the extraordinary and moving musical legacy he left behind. We ask that you respect our privacy during this difficult time, but invite everyone to join us in mourning his passing while celebrating the gift of song he left to the world.”
The four-time Grammy winner is survived by three children. he shared his son Michael Archer with the late soul singer Angie StoneHe died in a car accident in March at the age of 63. He also has a daughter imani archer and son Moroccan Archer from other relationships. All three children were listed as speakers at his “Celebration of Life.”
In October, D’Angelo’s eldest son, Michael, expressed his grief over losing his parents in the same year.
“I appreciate your concern and your prayers during these very difficult times because this has been a very difficult and sad year for me,” Michael, 27, told reporters. people. “I’m asking you to continue to keep me in your heart because it’s not going to be easy, but one thing both my parents taught me is to be strong and I plan to do that.”
His half-sister Imani described D’Angelo’s death as an “immeasurable loss” before admitting she remains “in absolute disbelief and shock.”
She wrote on Instagram on October 15: “You were my biggest hype man, my protector, my biggest musical inspiration, the kindest, most selfless man, and the best father anyone could have. Until the very end, you made sure to protect me from anything that would scare or hurt me. I love you so much, dad. I wish I had more time with you.”
