Singer Jesse Powell dies aged 51 at his LA home as devastated family pay tribute
14.09.2022 - 15:03
/ dailyrecord.co.uk
R&B singer Jesse Powell has sadly passed away, just two days after his 51st birthday, his family have announced.
In a statement, the talented musician's devastated family say Jesse died peacefully at his home in Los Angeles. Paying tribute, Jesse's sister Tamara said on Instagram on Wednesday: "It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved son, brother, and uncle Jesse Powell.
"He passed away peacefully in his Los Angeles home. The family asks for privacy at this time as we mourn this tremendous loss and celebrate his everlasting legacy. Jesse loved music and he especially loved his fans who supported him throughout his career. We want you all to know that you meant the world to him. – The Powell Family."
Jesse's cause of death is not yet known.
Tributes flooded in from fans following the announcement of Jesse's death. One wrote: "My Heart Is Torn!!! RIP To a Legend Your Music Meant The World to me," while another echoed: "#JessePowell had just turned 51 two days before he passed away. That’s my age. So sad. Too soon."
A third fan chimed: "Unfortunately Jesse Powell's passing is just another great example of how some people never truly receive their flowers in their lifetime. Most of the world forgot this beautiful man even existed and just how wonderful his voice was!"
Grammy nominee Jesse, who boasted a four octave vocal range, was best known for his hit You which peaked at No. 2 R&B and No. 10 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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