R&B singer Angie Stone tragically passed away at the age of 63 following a car accident early Saturday morning. The accident occurred around 4 a.m. as Stone was returning to Atlanta from Alabama. The news of her untimely death was confirmed by her daughter, Ladyy Diamond, who took to social media to express her heartbreak, writing, “My mommy is gone. Rest in power, R&B singer Angie Stone. Your music and spirit will live on forever.”
Music producer and longtime manager Walter Milsap expressed his sorrow upon learning about Stone’s passing from Diamond. The loss has sent shockwaves through the music community, leaving family, friends, and fans in mourning. Stone was a celebrated artist who made significant contributions to the R&B genre, with a career that began in the late 1970s when she was signed by Sugar Hill Records. She released several records during her early career, and in 1999, she launched her solo career with the critically acclaimed album “Black Diamond.”
Angie Stone is survived by her daughter Ladyy Diamond and her son, Michael Archer, both of whom she shared with her ex-husband, Rodney Stone. She also leaves behind two grandchildren. Recently, Stone was preparing to perform at the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) men’s championship basketball game, an event that has now been marked by her tragic absence. Following the announcement of her passing, CIAA chaplain Pastor Jero Bara led a moment of silence at the game, honoring the legacy of the beloved artist whose influence will continue to resonate in the music world.