Peabo Bryson is being remembered for the shining, shimmering, splendid joy he created with his music.
The R&B singer—known for his vocals on the pop versions of “Beauty and the Beast” and “A Whole New World”—died on June 2 at the age of 75, according to his family. His death comes days after they shared that he had suffered from a stroke.
“He transitioned peacefully at 5:00 p.m. ET on the evening of Tuesday, June 2, 2026,” his family said in a statement to Variety, “surrounded by the love of his family and those closest to him.”
“For more than five decades, Peabo’s extraordinary voice served as the soundtrack to some of life’s most cherished moments,” the statement continued. “His music carried generations through joyful celebrations, great love stories and enduring moments of comfort and inspiration, creating a legacy that will forever live in the hearts of those who loved him and the countless lives he touched through song.”