Peabo Bryson, the Grammy-winning R&B singer whose powerful ballads became synonymous with Disney favorites such as "Beauty and the Beast" and "A Whole New World," has died. He was 75. His family announced the news in a statement released by Variety, sharing that the singer passed away on June 2 while surrounded by loved ones. Bryson had previously suffered a stroke, though no official cause of death was disclosed. “With broken hearts and profound sadness, the family of two-time Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and balladeer, Peabo Bryson, announces his passing,” the statement read. “He transitioned peacefully at 5:00 p.m. ET on the evening

Peabo Bryson Under Medical Care After Suffering a Stroke

Veteran R&B singer Peabo Bryson, best known for his duets from the Disney films 'Aladdin' and 'Beauty and the Beast,' has suffered a stroke.

He performed on "Beauty and the Beast" with Céline Dion and on “A Whole New World” with Regina Belle.