Quincy Jones may be being remembered for his contributions to the music and entertainment industry following his death – but his final Instagram post is that of a family man.
On Sunday night (November 3), Jones’ publicist, Arnold Robinson, confirmed that the legendary music star “passed away peacefully” at his home in Bel Air.
In a statement shared by Robinson, Jones’ family wrote: “Tonight, with full but broken hearts, we must share the news of our father and brother Quincy Jones’ passing. And although this is an incredible loss for our family, we celebrate the great life that he lived and know there will never be another like him.
“He is truly one of a kind and we will miss him dearly; we take comfort and immense pride in knowing that the love and joy, that were the essence of his being, was shared with the world through all that he created. Through his music and his boundless love, Quincy Jones’ heart will beat for eternity.”
Jones, an illustrious figure in the music industry, carved out a monumental career spanning over seven decades, marked by his versatile roles as a musician, composer, producer, and arranger.
Renowned for his work with legends like Michael Jackson on albums such as Thriller – the best-selling album of all time – and Frank Sinatra, including the iconic re-arrangement of ‘Fly Me To The Moon’, Jones’ influence extends beyond genre boundaries.
His profound impact on film and television includes producing the seminal film The Color Purple and the popular TV series The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. Jones’ legacy is also highlighted by his 28 Grammy Awards and numerous other accolades, making him one of the most honored and influential figures in the entertainment world.
Following the heartbreaking news of Jones’ death, tributes poured in across social media.
Beloved actor Michael Caine – who was born just minutes apart from Jones on March 14, 1933 – tweeted on X: “My celestial twin Quincy was a titan in the musical world. He was a wonderful and unique human being, lucky to have known him.”
And playwright Jeremy O’Harris took to social media to remark on Jones’ “limitless” contributions to American culture, saying: “What couldn’t he do? Quincy Jones, literally born when the limits on how big a black boy could dream were unfathomably high, taught us that the limit does not exist. His contributions to American culture were limitless. First black person nominated for an Oscar for best score. First black person nominated later twice in the same year. The producer of inarguably the biggest albums of the 20th century. An EGOT.”
Survived by his seven children, Jones’ final post on Instagram highlights a proud father.
Shared on November 3 – the same day Jones’ passed away – the music legend celebrated the birthday of his daughter, Martina Jones.
“Happy Birthday to my Tina Beena,” Jones wrote alongside a photo of himself and his smiling daughter Martina. “So proud to be yo papa! Big hug, I love you eternally.”
The post has since been flooded with tributes from fans, with one person writing: “What an amazing life you lived! You touched so many lives in so many ways. Rest in peace Quincy.”
Brain coach Jim Kwik added: “You are a shining light. Miss you deeply. Rest In Peace my friend.”
Our thoughts continue to go out to Jones’ family, friends, and fans at this time.