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Entertainment of Tuesday, 5 November 2024

    

Source: Skynews

Stars pay tribute to Quincy Jones

Quincy Jones and Oprah Winfrey at 2005 Oscars Quincy Jones and Oprah Winfrey at 2005 Oscars

Music producer and composer Quincy Jones, famed for collaborations with stars like Michael Jackson and Frank Sinatra, has passed away at 91.

Prominent figures, including Oprah Winfrey, Barack Obama, and Sir Elton John, paid tribute to his remarkable influence on music and film.

Winfrey credited Jones for her role in The Color Purple, while Obama praised his groundbreaking career and impact on Black entertainment.

Known for his warmth and mentorship, Jones was honored for his lasting legacy in music, which included producing Thriller and helping shape the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.

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