Get the latest gossip

Quincy Jones, Producer of Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller,’ Dead At 91 | Billboard News


Quincy Jones, the Grammy-winning music legend and producer of Michael Jackson's 'Thriller,' has passed away at the age of 91.

Quincy Jones, the Grammy-winning music legend and producer of Michael Jackson’s Thriller, has passed away at the age of 91. His family said in a statement: “Tonight, with full but broken hearts, we must share the news of our father and brother Quincy Jones’ passing. He also produced the soundtrack for The Wiz starring Jackson and Diana Ross, and accomplished things like being the first African-American to be named musical director and conductor for the Oscars.

Get the Android app

Or read this on Billboard

Read more on:

Photo of Michael Jackson

Michael Jackson

Photo of Quincy Jones

Quincy Jones

Related news:

News photo

Quincy Jones’ 20 Biggest Hit Songs on the Billboard Hot 100

News photo

Celebrities mourn the death of super producer Quincy Jones at 91

News photo

Quincy Jones’ Message to Daughter Before Death: ‘Love You Eternally’