American singer, songwriter, and record producer (1951-2005).

Born April 20th, 1951 in New York City. ^[ref]

Died July 1st, 2005 at 54 years old in Edison (diabetes). ^[ref]

D’Angelo

Born February 11th, 1974 in Richmond.

Died October 14th, 2025 at 51 years old

Liberace

Born May 16th, 1919 in West Allis.

Died February 4th, 1987 at 67 years old

David Ruffin

Born January 18th, 1941 in Meridian.

Died June 1st, 1991 at 50 years old

Ronnie Van Zant

Born January 15th, 1948 in Jacksonville.

Died October 20th, 1977 at 29 years old

Curtis Mayfield

Born June 3rd, 1942 in Chicago.

Died December 26th, 1999 at 57 years old