The R&B world has been hit hard by tragedy and heartbreak in 2025. And this week brought another terrible loss. Now at least 17 notable names from the R&B industry have died this year. The following ...

The R&B world has been hit hard by tragedy and heartbreak in 2025. News broke earlier this month that iconic Atlantic Starr frontman Wayne Lewis died at the age of 68. That makes at least 16 notable ...