In brief
In a devastating loss for the music world, Angie Stone, renowned for hits such as "No More Rain (In This Cloud)" and "Wish I Didn't Miss You," has died in a car accident, as confirmed by her daughter. The incident occurred early Saturday when a van carrying Stone and several passengers overturned following her performance in Montgomery, Alabama.
Stone, who began her music career in the 1970s with the influential female hip-hop trio The Sequence, was celebrated for her powerful voice and soulful melodies. Her daughter, Diamond Stone, expressed her grief on Facebook, stating, "My mommy is gone" while revealing that she had been on the road and previously requested prayers for her family. Family representatives indicated that they would provide further details regarding the accident soon. Guy Todd Williams, a member of the legendary hip-hop group Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five, noted that Stone left behind a lasting legacy in the music industry, being the sole fatality in the crash involving nine other passengers. Known not just for her music, Stone also ventured into acting, appearing in films like "The Hot Chick" and "The Fighting Temptations." As fans and fellow musicians mourn her passing, her contributions to both music and film will be fondly remembered by many.
