R&B singer Angie Stone tragically died in a car crash early Saturday at the age of 63.
Stone was traveling with her band members from Mobile, Alabama, to Atlanta when their van collided with a semi-truck on Interstate 65, about five miles south of Montgomery, according to police and her label. The van, a Mercedes Benz Sprinter, flipped over before striking the truck. Lt. Jeremy Burkett of the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency confirmed that Stone, a passenger in the van, was pronounced dead at the scene. Eight other passengers were injured and taken to local hospitals for treatment.
The Grammy-nominated singer gained recognition in the 1970s as part of the female rap group The Sequence. She later pursued a successful solo career, producing hits such as “Wish I Didn’t Miss You.” Additionally, she was a member of the R&B trio Vertical Hold.
Stone’s children, Diamond Stone and Michael Archer, expressed their grief in a statement shared by her label, SRG-ILS Group: “Never in a million years did we expect to receive such heartbreaking news. Our mom is and will always be everything to us. We are still trying to process this and are completely devastated.”
Stone had performed at a Mardi Gras event in Mobile, Alabama, on Friday night, according to the Mobile-Area Mardi Gras Association. In a Facebook post, the group described her performance at the 2025 Grand Marshal’s Ball as “nothing short of phenomenal,” expressing their deep sadness over her passing. “Our hearts go out to you all,” they added.
Fans and admirers shared tributes on X (formerly Twitter), remembering her songs such as “Brotha,” a tribute to Black men, and the theme song for the TV show Girlfriends.
During her time with The Sequence, Stone contributed to the creation of “Monster Jam,” a hit that played a significant role in shaping early Southern rap, according to Ebony Magazine.
A three-time Grammy nominee, Stone worked with music icons such as D’Angelo, Prince, and Macy Gray. She also showcased her acting skills in The Hot Chick and performed in Chicago on Broadway, Ebony noted.