The world lost a true soul icon when Angie Stone — born Angela Laverne Brown — tragically passed away on March 1, 2025, following a car accident in Montgomery, Alabama. The news of her death sent shockwaves through the music industry, as fans and fellow artists mourned the loss of a powerhouse vocalist whose music blended R&B, soul, hip-hop, and neo-soul with effortless grace.
At the time of her passing, Stone had an estimated net worth of $3 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth — a testament to her decades-long career as a singer, songwriter, record producer, and actress.
Early Life and Rise to Stardom
Born in Columbia, South Carolina, Stone began her journey in the late 1970s with the trailblazing female hip-hop trio The Sequence, one of the first all-female rap groups to gain recognition. Their 1979 single “Funk You Up” became a pioneering anthem, setting the stage for Stone’s musical evolution.
When The Sequence disbanded, Stone transitioned into a solo career, showcasing her ability to fuse soulful vocals with contemporary R&B rhythms. By the late 1990s and early 2000s, she had established herself as a cornerstone of the neo-soul movement, alongside artists like Erykah Badu, D’Angelo, and Maxwell.
Her critically acclaimed albums — Black Diamond (1999), Mahogany Soul (2001), and Stone Love (2004) — earned Grammy nominations and spawned timeless hits like “No More Rain (In This Cloud)” and “Wish I Didn’t Miss You.”
Acting Career and Creative Legacy
Beyond her music, Stone explored acting, appearing in films such as The Hot Chick (2002), Pastor Brown (2009), and Ride Along (2014). Her final film role came in 2021’s “Entanglement,” proving her creative spirit extended far beyond the stage.
Her artistry was marked by authenticity — her songs often reflected personal triumphs, heartbreaks, and the complexities of love and womanhood. Stone’s rich, velvety voice became a signature sound in R&B, influencing generations of artists to follow.
Family, Love, and Loss
Angie was a proud mother of two children — daughter Diamond with ex-husband Rodney Stone, and son Michael with fellow soul artist D’Angelo. Despite past personal challenges, including a highly publicized dispute with her daughter in 2015, the two reportedly reconciled in later years.
Her daughter Diamond confirmed her passing with a heartfelt Facebook post reading, “My mommy is gone,” accompanied by crying emojis — a message that resonated deeply with fans who had followed their journey.
Remembering Angie Stone’s Impact
While an official cause of death has not been publicly confirmed, reports indicate that Stone died following a car accident after leaving a performance. Her sudden passing marked the end of an era — but her music continues to live on through every note, lyric, and memory she left behind.
Angie Stone’s influence on soul and R&B is undeniable. Her legacy stands not only in the millions she earned but in the hearts she touched through her timeless music and unapologetic authenticity.
