R&B Singer Jesse Powell Dead at 51

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In Memoriam: Fallen Stars of 2022

The music industry has mislaid a beloved member.

Singer Jesse Powell recently passed distant astatine his Los Angeles home, his sister Tamara Powell shared connected social media Sept. 13. The R&B artist, well-known for his late '90s way "You," was 51.

"It is with a dense bosom that we denote the passing of our beloved son, brother, and uncle Jesse Powell," Tamara wrote in an Instagram enactment connected behalf of Jesse's loved ones. "The household asks for privateness astatine this clip arsenic we mourn this tremendous nonaccomplishment and observe his everlasting legacy."

"Jesse loved euphony and helium particularly loved his fans who supported him passim his career," the connection continued. "We privation you each to cognize that you meant the satellite to him."

No further details person been shared publically astatine this time. E! News reached retired to Jesse's rep for remark and has not heard back.

In the comments of Tamara's post, galore fans and chap stars sent well-wishes to Jesse's family. "Deep condolences," vocalist Deborah Cox commented. "What a man and saccharine soul. I retrieve we had a promo gig successful St. Louis and helium saaaaaang dowwwwwn!!! Whew!! What a voice!!"

Fellow creator Chester Gregory wrote, "MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES!!! You cognize Jesse was similar a member to me!!! I emotion you and your full household truthful much! I'm present for you and with you!!!"

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One instrumentality adjacent commented that Jesse's opus "You," which reached the No. 10 spot connected the Billboard Hot 100, came connected their playlist earlier successful the day. "I americium sending you each immoderate tremendous loving energy," the fan wrote connected Tamara's Instagram. "Thank you for sharing him with america all. Prayers & Comfort."

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