Quincy Jonesthe iconic music producer and cultural pioneer, has died at the age of 91. According to CBS News, Jones died peacefully on Sunday evening (November 3) in Los Angeles, CA, surrounded by his loving family. His passing marks the end of an era for the entertainment world, in which his influence spanned decades across music, film and activism.

Born in Chicago in 1933, Jones rose from humble beginnings to become one of the most prolific and celebrated figures in music history. He started his career as a trumpeter and arranger in the 1950s and worked with jazz legends, among others Ray Charles And Dizzy Gillespie. But his ambition and talent propelled him to an extraordinary career as a composer, producer and visionary. Over the years, Jones has collaborated with a staggering number of artists Frank Sinatra Unpleasant Michael Jacksoncreating some of the most memorable music ever recorded.

Jones’ unparalleled career includes producing Michael Jackson’s three legendary albums From the wall, ThrillerAnd Bad—projects that not only broke sales records, but also reshaped pop music. Thriller remains the best-selling album of all time, a testament to Jones’ ability to merge genres and innovate with sound.

In the film, Jones’ contributions were equally groundbreaking. He produced and scored The color purplea critically acclaimed adaptation of Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. His work earned him an Academy Award nomination, adding to the many accolades he received throughout his career.

Jones’ work transcends music and film. He was a social activist who was deeply committed to causes that uplifted marginalized communities. In 1985, he produced “We Are the World,” the worldwide hit single that united the music world to raise $60 million for famine relief in Africa. His humanitarian work extends to co-founding the Institute for Black American Music and launching the Quincy Jones Listen Up Foundation, an organization dedicated to providing educational and cultural opportunities to young people.

His life was chronicled in the 2018 Netflix documentary Quincyproduced by his actress daughter Rashida Jones. The documentary highlighted his indomitable spirit, his relentless drive for excellence and his unwavering support for the next generation of musicians. Jones continued to mentor young artists and push the boundaries of his craft, even into his later years. In 2020, at the age of 87, he made a cameo in a music video for Travis Scott And From the young criminal ‘Out West’, which shows his relevance in today’s pop culture.

Jones’ achievements were further enhanced by his 28 Grammy Awards and a BET Humanitarian Award, which he received in 2008. His career was a testament to his famous philosophy: “You make your mistakes to learn how to get to the right things.”

In addition to music and film, Quincy Jones actively supported numerous philanthropic organizations, including GLAAD, the NAACP, and causes focused on racial equality and LGBTQ+ rights. His legacy as a social advocate is as lasting as his artistic contributions.

Quincy Jones is survived by his seven children and numerous grandchildren. His legacy will live on through his family, his vast oeuvre and the generations of artists he inspired.