Grammy award winner Angie Stone dies at 63 in a car crash after performing at MAMGA Ball

Singer and songwriter Angie Stone passed away in a car crash on Saturday after performing at the MAMGA ball in Alabama.

Angela Laverne Brown, known as Angie Stone, has reportedly passed away at the age of 63 in a tragic car accident on March 1st, 2025. Earlier on Friday night, the singer gave a soulful performance at the Mobile Area Mardi Gras Association Grand Marshal’s Ball. A representative confirmed that the crash took place in Montgomery, Alabama, while she was returning from a show with her backup singers and band members.

MAGMA officials issued condolences for the tragic event:

It is with deepest sympathy that we express our condolences to the Stone family during this difficult time. We were truly saddened to hear of Angie’s passing and our hearts go out to you all. Angie’s performance at the 2025 Grand Marshal’s Ball was nothing short of phenomenal. Her talent captivated everyone in attendance, and her presence truly elevated the event. Never could we have imagined that it would be the last time we would have the honor of witnessing her perform. The news of her passing has left us all deeply saddened, and we will always cherish the memories of her incredible talent and warm spirit. During this time of bereavement, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with Angie’s family and loved ones. May you find comfort and strength in the loving memories you shared with her, and may her legacy continue to inspire all those who were fortunate enough to have known her.

Who was Angie Stone?

A pioneer of the neo-soul movement, Angie was a three-time Grammy nominee. She first gained recognition in the late 1970s as a member of the hip-hop trio The Sequence. From there on she explored many genres of music and also became a part of the 90s R&B Vertical Hold.

Born and brought up in Columbia, South Carolina, Angie also wrote and performed with musical legends such as D’Angelo, Lenny Kravitz and Mary J. Blige. She was known for her song "Wish I Didn’t Miss You." The song “Funk You Up,” which was created by the all-female trio "The Sequence," was regularly sampled, including in songs such as “Uptown Funk” by Bruno Mars and Erykah Badu’s “Love of My Life Worldwide.”

The R&B singer, through the period of her illustrious career, became the face of true soul music, released 10 solo albums, including her debut album "Black Diamond, which helped her rise to fame, and wrote memorable songs like "Brotha," "No More Rain," and so on. To add to her many achievements, she was also inducted into the Women Songwriters Hall of Fame last year.

Angie's legacy and contributions to the R&B world will be cherished by generations to come. She is survived by her children, Michael and Diamond.