Teddy Pendergrass, R&B legend, has passed away at 59

[glamfunk84]

R&B singer Teddy Pendergrass dead

(CNN) -- R&B Legend Teddy Pendergrass died Wednesday evening, his publicist said. He was 59.

Pendergrass, known for smash love ballads such as "Turn Off the Lights" and "Love TKO," died after after a long illness, according to Lisa Barbaris, who described herself as a close friend and his last publicist.

"His beloved family surrounded him. The world has lost one of it's greatest voices and performers," a statement from Barbaris said.

 

[hammervice]

Thats Too Bad, I do have some of his songs on my mp3 player

 

[glamfunk84]

Further info on Teddy's death is that he had suffered from colon cancer for six months following a tough surgery. He apparently died from complications of the cancer. His approximate time of death was 9:50 p.m. Wednesday night.

 

[goejavin]

I was so saddened by the news when I heard it yesterday. His songs, his legacy, his courage, his passion is everlasting. The memories his songs sparks for me are everlasting. An amazing singer and person. He will be missed. RIP Teddy.

 

[Shadow]

I think he will be remembered as the voice behind Harold Melvin and the Bluenotes and the classic Philly sounds. A great voice is never silenced.

 

[glamfunk84]

I think he will be remembered as the voice behind Harold Melvin and the Bluenotes and the classic Philly sounds. A great voice is never silenced.

U got that right. I always called him the King of Philadelphia Soul and he still is. RIP Teddy!

 

[XMan101]

Love that sound, another of the greats now gone but he'll always be alive among those who like great music !!

 

[glamfunk84]

^^ U got that right!

 

[XMan101]

One of his lesser known recordings - great song!