Robert Peopo Bryson, known as Peabo Bryson, has died. The R&B singer and songwriter was 75.
The Grammy Award-winning artist was known for singing soul ballads, including “A Whole New World” from Aladdin with Regina Belle and the Celine Dion duet from Beauty and the Beast.
Bryson died on Tuesday, June 2, following reports of suffering a stroke days prior.
“We are tremendously moved by the outpouring of love, prayers and support from fans, friends, and colleagues around the world,” Bryson’s family said in a statement to People. “While our hearts are broken, we find comfort in knowing how deeply Peabo was loved and how many lives were touched by his voice and his generous spirit. His legacy and music will live on for generations to come.”
Bryson was born in Greenville, South Carolina, on April 13, 1951.
In 1976, Bryson launched his music career with his album Peabo. The following year, he would sign with Capitol Records with the release of Reaching for the Sky. Some of his hits include “Feel the Fire,” “Reaching for the Sky,” “I’m So into You,” “Crosswinds,” “Let the Feeling Flow,” “If Ever You’re in My Arms Again,” “Show and Tell,” and “Can You Stop the Rain.”
In 1985, Bryson appeared on One Life to Live, where he sang a lyrical version of the classic theme song.
Bryson’s two Grammys came for his 1992 performance in “Beauty and the Beast” with Celine Dion, and for “A Whole New World” from Disney’s Aladdin with Regina Belle in 1993.
