Music legend Quincy Jones died on November 3 at the age of 91, and his cause of death has been revealed.
He died of pancreatic cancer, with no other contributing factors mentioned, according to the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. CNN.
The 28-time Grammy Award winner, arranger and composer was laid to rest in an “intimate ceremony” earlier this week on Monday (November 11), which included Mr Jones’ seven children , his brother, two sisters and immediate family members. Associated Press. His family added in a statement that they remain “extremely grateful for the condolences and tributes from friends and fans around the world. Details of a celebration of Mr. Jones’s life will be announced at a later date. Jones’ family has previously requested that donations be made to the American Jazz Fund In lieu of flowers, donations will be made.
“Tonight, it is with full and broken hearts that we must share the news of the passing of our father and brother, Quincy Jones,” his family said in a statement at the time of his death. “While this is an incredible loss for our family, we celebrate his wonderful life and know there will never be another like him.”
“He was truly one of a kind and we will miss him greatly; we take comfort and great pride in knowing that love and joy were the essence of his being and shared with the world through everything he created. Through his music and infinite love, Quincy Jones’s heart will beat forever.
Survivors of his family include his seven children, including actress Rashida Jones.