Angie Stone's Legacy Lives On

Angie Stone, a beloved R&B singer and member of the pioneering hip-hop group The Sequence, passed away in a car accident at the age of 63. The incident happened early in the morning when the van she was traveling in flipped over and was struck by a truck on Interstate 65. Sadly, Angie was the only fatality in the crash. The van was heading back to Atlanta from Alabama. The crash occurred around 4:25 a. m. near Montgomery, Alabama. The van, a 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, was involved in a collision with a 2021 Freightliner Cascadia truck driven by a 33-year-old man from Texas. The other occupants of the van, including the driver and seven passengers, were rushed to Baptist Medical Center for treatment. The cause of the accident is still under investigation. Angie Stone's daughter, Diamond, and her longtime friend Blondy, who was also a member of The Sequence, broke the news to Angie's manager. The family is devastated by this sudden loss. They shared a heartfelt statement expressing their shock and grief. "We are still trying to process and are completely heartbroken, " they said. The community, including the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA), mourned her loss. A moment of silence was observed during the halftime show of the men's Championship basketball game. Angie Stone was a powerhouse in the R&B scene, known for hits like "Wish I Didn't Miss You, " "No More Rain (In This Cloud), " and "Baby, " which she recorded with the legendary Betty Wright. Her music career spanned decades, and she found her niche in the early 2000s when neo-soul took over the R&B landscape. Her albums "Mahogany Soul" and "The Art of Love & War" reached impressive positions on the Billboard charts. Angie Stone's journey in music began in her childhood, influenced by her parents who were both musicians. She was born in Columbia, South Carolina, and formed The Sequence, the first all-female group on Sugar Hill Records. The group's hit "Funk You Up" has been sampled by numerous artists, including Dr. Dre. Angie later joined Vertical Hold and then launched her solo career. Angie Stone's impact extended beyond music. She acted in films like "The Hot Chick, " "The Fighting Temptations, " and "Ride Along. " She also performed on Broadway in "Chicago" and appeared on reality TV shows like "Celebrity Fit Club" and "R&B Divas: Atlanta. " Her versatility and talent made her a beloved figure in the entertainment industry. Angie Stone's legacy will live on through her music and the lives she touched. Her journey from a young girl influenced by her musical parents to a Grammy-nominated singer and actress is a testament to her talent and resilience. She overcame health challenges, including congestive heart failure, and continued to inspire others with her music and her story.