Legendary music composer and producer Quincy Jones died at 91. Jones, who had worked in the industry for about six decades, changed the music scenario. He collaborated with Ray Charles, Frank Sinatra, Michael Jackson, and hundreds of other recording artists. He spread his talent in several genres, including jazz, rock, pop, disco, funk, and more.
Throughout his life with musical achievements, Jones has had whirlwind romances. From marrying thrice to having multiple girlfriends, Jones has had several relationships in the 91 years of his life.
From his relationships and marriages, Jones had seven children.
Jeri Caldwell, Quincy Jones' first wife
Quincy Jones and Jeri Caldwell reportedly got together when they were in high school. In an interview with Oprah Winfrey, Jones opened up about how Caldwell was the one to make the first move. He said,
"Jeri hit on me first. Back then I was dogging it up, and Jeri and her sister were the hotsy-totsies at school."
"I noticed that she stopped at the water fountain every day — the dog squad is real good at noticing patterns," he added.
Jones was only 19 years old when he and Caldwell tied the knot in 1957. Their marriage allegedly lasted for less than a decade as their divorce was finalized in 1966 but the reason behind their separation is still unclear. They had a daughter named Jolie Jones Levine.
Ulla Andersson
A year after his divorce from Caldwell was finalized, Quincy Jones married Swedish model and actress Ulla Andersson, aka Ulla Jones. Besides being a successful magazine model, Ulla also became an actress and singer. The two welcomed a daughter named Martina and a son Quincy III.
After a few years of being together, their marriage ended in 1974. Quincy allegedly parted ways with Ulla to marry his next wife, Peggy Lipton. However, he did confirm to Winfrey that he never cheated on his second and third wives.
Peggy Lipton
Quincy Jones's wife was Peggy Lipton, the late actress, model, and singer. Jones and Lipton married in 1974 and were married for 14 years. Ahead of their marriage, they welcomed their daughter Kidada. The two also welcomed their actress daughter Rashida Jones in 1976. According to the Los Angeles Times, Lipton cited irreconcilable differences as the reason for their separation.
Lipton passed away in 2019 after a long battle with colon cancer. Jones paid her a heartfelt tribute via Instagram.
Besides his wives, Jones has admitted to having 22 girlfriends at the same time all around the world.
Jones passed away at his home in Bel Air, California, on Sunday. His publicist confirmed his passing in a statement to CNN.
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"Tonight, with full but broken hearts, we must share the news of our father and brother Quincy Jones’ passing."
His family confirmed how they would celebrate his great life.
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