The legendary musician died surrounded by his family on Sunday, Nov. 3 at his home in Los Angeles
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Quincy Jones’ final Instagram post reflected his love for his seven children.
The legendary musician died at 91 on Sunday, Nov. 3 at his home in Los Angeles, his publicist, Arnold Robinson, confirmed to PEOPLE. The news was first reported by the Associated Press.
In the days before his death, Jones shared a loving message dedicated to his daughter Martina, who celebrated her 58th birthday on Friday, Nov. 1.
The record producer — whose career spanned over 70 years — shared a sweet photo of himself and Martina smiling for the camera alongside the caption “Happy Birthday to my Tina Beena @martinafotos1!! 🎉. So proud to be yo papa! Big hug, I love you eternally 🫶🏾💜.”
Jones, shares Martina with his ex-wife, Swedish model Ulla Andersson along with their son Quincy III, 55.
The music industry icon is also father to Jolie, 69, whom he shares with his high school sweetheart and first wife, Jeri Caldwell; Rachel, 59, who he welcomed with dancer Carol Reynolds; Kidada, 50, and Rashida, 48, whom he shares with his ex-wife, Peggy Lipton; and Kenya, 31, who he welcomed with German actress and model Nastassja Kinski.
Jones was with his loved ones when he died, with his family telling PEOPLE in a statement: “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,” they added.
Jones is also survived by grandchildren: Isaiah Jones Koenig, Quincy Renzo Delight Jones IV and Nea Jones.
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Regarding fatherhood, Quincy drew inspiration from his dad, Quincy Delight Jones, Sr.
In a Facebook post celebrating Father’s Day in 2018, the 28-time Grammy winner wrote, “Never underestimate your role in your kid’s lives… I learned that a bit later in my life, but I’m so glad I finally figured it out because being a father is hands down one of the greatest blessings!!”
“I’m forever grateful to my father for working so hard to keep a roof over our head back in the 30’s during The Great Depression … I’m telling y’awl, it’s up to you to create the type of relationship you want to have with your kid, & it’s never too late to start!” he wrote in the post.
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Born on March 14, 1933, the Chicago native first rose to prominence as a trumpet player in bands for jazz music greats including Lionel Hampton and Dizzy Gillespie.
As a producer and arranger, Jones is partially behind the success of multiple music icons including Frank Sinatra, Michael Jackson, Paul Simon, Aretha Franklin and more. Among his many achievements, he produced Jackson’s iconic 1982 hit “Beat It,” tapping the late Eddie Van Halen to perform the track’s now legendary guitar solo.
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