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]

Sylvester

Born September 6th, 1947 in Los Angeles.

Died December 16th, 1988 at 41 years old

Lou Rawls

Born December 1st, 1935 in Chicago.

Died January 6th, 2006 at 70 years old

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