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R&B legend D’Angelo has reportedly died at age 51 from pancreatic cancer, according to TMZ.

He rose to fame with his 1995 debut album "Brown Sugar" and won four Grammy Awards, including best R&B album for "Voodoo" and "Black Messiah."

D’Angelo is survived by two sons and a daughter. Singer Angie Stone, the mother of his first son, died earlier this year.

Beloved R&B icon D’Angelo, known for redefining soul music with his timeless voice and artistry, has reportedly died at the age of 51, according to TMZ .

The outlet reported he died from pancreatic cancer.

What they're saying:

According to Variety , the family released a statement, "The shining star of our family has dimmed his light for us in this life…After a prolonged and courageous battle with cancer, we are heartbr

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