Sly Stone, a onetime San Francisco DJ turned pop and funk music innovator, has died. He was 82.
"It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved dad, Sly Stone of Sly and the Family Stone," a statement shared with USA TODAY on June 9 reads. "After a prolonged battle with COPD and other underlying health issues, Sly passed away peacefully, surrounded by his three children, his closest friend, and his extended family.
Funk pioneer Sly Stone, leader of Sly and the Family Stone, dies at 82​
"It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved dad, Sly Stone of Sly and the Family Stone," a statement shared with USA TODAY on June 9 reads. "After a prolonged battle with COPD and other underlying health issues, Sly passed away peacefully, surrounded by his three children, his closest friend, and his extended family.
Funk pioneer Sly Stone, leader of Sly and the Family Stone, dies at 82​