Image Credit: Getty Images The R&B world mourned the loss of D'Angelo (born Michael Eugene Archer) when he died in October 2025 from a private battle with cancer at the age of 51. Known for pioneering the Neo-soul movement, D'Angelo received critical acclaim for his albums Brown Sugar and Voodoo, the latter earning him the Grammy Award for Best R&B Album. Thanks to his success, D'Angelo established a legacy and a high net worth. Below, learn more about D'Angelo's music career, legacy and net worth.