The entertainment industry has suffered a major loss. On Monday morning, November 4th, 2024, many Americans woke up to the shocking news that legendary 28x Grammy Awards winner Quincy Delight Jones Jr. had passed away at his Bel Air, California home on Sunday. From social media to news wires, the news of the Icon passing came as a complete shock as he had just posted "Happy Birthday" to his daughter Martina Jones. From the breaking news this morning, entertainment royalty from all aspects of the genre began with showering blog sites, news post, and social media with respect as the news has left a community of creatives heartbroken.
A career that has spanned over 70+ years, Quincy Jones has personified the art of entertainment. With 28 Grammy Awards from an astounding 80 nominations, Quincy Jones achievements in film, music, and musical theatrical scores has laid the foundation found evident in today's music. As an African American record producer, songwriter, composer, arranger, and producer, "Q" as he was often called, began his storied career as a jazz arranger in the 1950's before dominating the pop charts. From legendary musicians such as Frank Sinatra, Lesley Gore, and Count Basie, Quincy has had a footprint on the sound of modern music and the landscape of musical scores
In 1968, Jones set a milestone as the first African American to be nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song for "The Eyes of Love" and Academy Award for Best Original Score for the film "In Cold Blood, marking the first to be nominated twice in the same year. Jones would later go on to produce three iconic albums launching the stardom of the King of Pop Michael Jackson.
Throughout the years, Quincy Jones had revolutionized the film and music industry with shows that shaped modern culture. One of Quincy's shining achievements was executive producing a young rapper from Philly named "The Fresh Prince". The Fresh Prince of Bel Air would become a fan favorite running on NBC for six years, capping off with 148 total episodes. In 2022, Quincy Jones released his autobiography of gems of advice, hence the twelve notes of western music. The book was a menu to living your best life as a creator, while tapping into emotional intelligence.
One thing is for certain; Quincy Jones impact on the culture will outlive us all. Not only for African Americans, but for all those who dared to dream, we say "Thank You" "Mr. Q" you will be truly missed. We send our heartfelt condolences to his family, children, and friends. Rest Easy King~
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