D’Angelo’s son, Michael Archer II, has finally spoken out after facing devastating losses this year.
The late musician, who garnered immense love and popularity for his incredible contribution to R&B music, passed away in New York on Tuesday, October 14, at age 51 after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
"He was in hospice for two weeks but had been in the hospital for months,” a source told PEOPLE.
Shortly after his death was announced, several stars from the entertainment industry took to their social media handles to mourn the death of the Brown Sugar hitmaker.
Moreover, many fans reached out his son, Michael Archer II, extending their heartfelt condolences and prayers for the devastating loss he is experiencing.
Michael – who lost his father just seven months after grieving the death of his mother, Angie Stone – issued a tragic statement to the outlet, expressing his heartbreak.
Expressing gratitude to everyone who reached him out during this difficult time, the late musician’s son stated, “I am grateful for your thoughts and prayers during these very difficult times, as it has been a very rough and sad year for me.”
He continued, “I ask that you please continue to keep me in your thoughts as it will not be easy, but one thing that both my parents taught me was to be strong, and I intend to do just that."
Notably, D’Angelo’s wife, Angie Stone, passed away following a tragic car crash.
