Jesse Powell, R&B Singer Best Known for ‘90s Hit ‘You,’ Dies at 51
variety.comThania Garcia Jesse Powell, the R&B singer best known for his 1999 hit “You,” died on Sept. 13 in his Los Angeles home.
The news was confirmed via social media by his sisters and singer-songwriters Tamara and Trina Powell. He was 51. “It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved son, brother and uncle Jesse Powell.
He passed away peacefully in his Los Angeles home,” wrote Tamara in an Instagram caption on Tuesday night. “The family asks for privacy at this time as we mourn this tremendous loss and celebrate his everlasting legacy.
Jesse loved music and he especially loved his fans who supported him throughout his career.” The note was signed by “The Powell Family,” who ended their note by saying, “We want you all to know that you meant the world to him.” No further details about Powell’s death are available at this time.A post shared by Tamara Powell (@tamara_powell) An Indiana native, Powell was born in the city of Gary on Sept.
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