Angie Stone, the acclaimed R&B and soul singer known for her powerful voice and contributions to music as a member of the pioneering hip-hop trio The Sequence, tragically lost her life in a car crash on March 1, 2025, at the age of 63.
The accident occurred in Montgomery, Alabama, shortly after Stone had finished a performance, marking a sudden and devastating end to the career of an artist who had influenced generations of musicians.
According to reports confirmed by Stone’s representative, Deborah R. Champagne, the crash took place in the early hours of Saturday morning as Stone was leaving Montgomery. Details surrounding the incident remain limited, but it has been widely reported that Stone was traveling in a Sprinter van when the accident occurred.
Some sources, including posts on X and various news outlets, suggest that the van was struck by an 18-wheeler truck, causing it to flip multiple times. However, official confirmation of the exact circumstances from authorities, such as the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, has not been fully detailed at this time. Local news station WSFA reported a crash involving a commercial vehicle around 7 a.m. that morning on Interstate 65 in Montgomery County, which partially blocked the highway for several hours—potentially the same incident, though this has not been explicitly verified.
The news of Stone’s death sent shockwaves through the music community and beyond. Her representative noted that friends and family were reeling from the loss, with Champagne herself having spoken to Stone just the night before the tragedy. Stone’s daughter, Diamond Stone, publicly confirmed her mother’s passing on Facebook, writing, “My mommy is gone,” accompanied by crying emojis, a heartbreaking testament to the personal toll of the accident.
Stone’s career was marked by groundbreaking achievements. Rising to fame in the late 1970s with The Sequence, she helped pave the way for women in hip-hop with hits like “Funk You Up,” a track that left a lasting legacy, sampled by artists like Bruno Mars and Dr. Dre.
Her solo career, which took off in the late 1990s with the gold-certified album Black Diamond, showcased her neo-soul and R&B prowess, producing enduring songs like “Wish I Didn’t Miss You.” Beyond music, Stone ventured into acting, appearing in films like The Hot Chick and taking the stage as Big Mama Morton in Broadway’s Chicago. Her influence spanned genres and mediums, leaving an indelible mark on American culture.
The car crash that claimed Angie Stone’s life has left many questions unanswered as investigations continue. She is survived by her son, Michael Archer (from her relationship with D’Angelo), her daughter, Diamond Stone, and two grandchildren. As fans and loved ones mourn, her legacy as a trailblazer and soulful storyteller endures, even as the circumstances of her final moments remain a somber note in her remarkable story.