D’Angelo was laid to relaxation over the weekend.
D’Angelo’s funeral was held in Virginia on the weekend
The R+B artist’s funeral passed off in his residence state of Virginia on Saturday (01.11.25) with company together with Stevie Surprise and Lauryn Hill in attendance.
D’Angelo’s former bands, The Soultronics and The Vanguard, each carried out musical tributes through the service while Surprise carried out the songs If It is Magic, The Lord’s Prayer and As alongside the 2 teams and harpist Brandee Youthful.
A programme for the funeral learn: “By music, love and light-weight, Michael D’Angelo Archer’s spirit will shine eternally.”
The Grammy-winning star – whose actual identify was Michael Eugene Archer – died on the age of 51 final month from pancreatic most cancers along with his household stating that they have been “heartbroken” to be asserting the information.
The assertion learn: “The shining star of our household has dimmed his mild for us on this life… After a chronic and brave battle with most cancers, we’re heartbroken to announce that Michael D’Angelo Archer, identified to his followers all over the world as D’Angelo, has been referred to as residence, departing this life immediately, October 14th, 2025.
“We’re saddened that he can solely go away expensive recollections along with his household, however we’re eternally grateful for the legacy of terribly shifting music he leaves behind.
“We ask that you simply respect our privateness throughout this tough time however invite you all be a part of us in mourning his passing whereas additionally celebrating the reward of tune that he has left for the world.”
Tributes to D’Angelo flooded in following his passing, with Beyonce hailing him as “the pioneer of neo-soul” music.
She wrote on her web site: “Relaxation in peace, Michael Eugene Archer, identified to the world of music because the inimitable D’Angelo.
“We thanks on your stunning music, your voice, your proficiency on the piano, your artistry. You have been the pioneer of neo-soul and that modified and reworked rhythm and blues eternally. We are going to always remember you.”
The R+B legend’s daughter Imani Archer added that she was in “absolute disbelief and shock” following the tragic information.
She wrote on Instagram: “expensive daddy, there aren’t any phrases to explain this immeasurable loss
I’m in absolute disbelief and shock.
“you have been my largest hype man. my protector. my largest musical inspiration. the kindest and most selfless man and the very best father anybody may’ve ever had. (sic)”
