The music world is mourning the loss of Michael Eugene Archer, the celebrated R&B artist known globally as D’Angelo. The 51-year-old singer succumbed to pancreatic cancer on Tuesday, October 14th, 2025, after a prolonged and valiant struggle with the illness. His family confirmed the heartbreaking news in a statement to Variety, expressing their profound grief and gratitude for his enduring musical legacy. ‘The shining star of our family has dimmed his light for us in this life,’ the statement read. ‘After a prolonged and courageous battle with cancer, we are heartbroken to announce that Michael D’Angelo Archer, known to his fans around the world as D’Angelo, has been called home.’ The family also requested privacy during this challenging period while inviting fans to join them in mourning and celebrating the extraordinary gift of music he left behind. Earlier this year, D’Angelo faced another personal tragedy when his former partner and mother of one of his sons, R&B singer Angie Stone, died in a car crash at the age of 61. D’Angelo is survived by his three children, who now carry forward his legacy.