Veteran R&B Legend, Peabo Bryson, Singer-Songwriter Behind Disney Classics Passes Away at 75, Suffers Stroke

Veteran R&B legend Peabo Bryson, known for his velvety voice behind Disney duets and more, passed away on Tuesday at the age of 75. His chartbuster songs spanned from the 1970s to the 2010s, including Feel the Fire, I’m So Into You, Can You Stop the Rain, If Ever You’re In My Arms Again, and Reaching for the Sky. 

Bryson had suffered a stroke over the weekend and was under medical care. A statement shared by the Bryson family reads, “We are tremendously moved by the outpouring of love, prayers, and support from fans, friends, and colleagues around the world. He transitioned peacefully at 5:00 p.m. ET on the evening of Tuesday, June 2, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family and those closest to him.”

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Legendary Singer Peabo Bryson Passes Away at 75 

Peabo Bryson, singer-songwriter behind ‘Beauty and the Beast’ and ‘A Whole New World,’ has died at the age of 75. pic.twitter.com/8HDSQI5rQk — Pop Base (@PopBase) June 2, 2026

Born Robert Peapo Bryson in Greenville, S.C., in 1951, the singer began performing professionally as a teenager. Recently, the artist performed in a concert with Jeffrey Osborne in the US state of Georgia in May. Additionally, he was set to perform several shows for his Golden Touch tour later this year, in celebration of his five decades in the music industry. 

Bryson received Grammy Awards in 1992 and 1993 for Disney duets, Beauty and the Beast with Celine Dion, and A Whole New World with Regina Belle from Aladdin. His sudden demise has sparked a wave of grief across the music industry.

In a statement, his family said “For more than five decades, Peabo’s extraordinary voice served as the soundtrack to some of life’s most cherished moments. 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. While our hearts are broken, we find comfort in knowing how deeply Peabo was loved and how many lives were touched by his voice and his generous spirit. His legacy and music will live on for generations to come.”