Based in San Francisco, Sly and the Family Stone was responsible for some of the biggest anthems of the late ’60s and early ’70s, including “Everyday People,” “Hot Fun in the Summertime,” and the double A-side release “Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)” and “Everybody Is a Star.”

The world of entertainment is mourning the loss of yet another star, as the legendary musician and funk pioneer Sly Stone passed away this Monday. His family has confirmed the news of his demise through a statement shared on his official handle.

Queen Latifah has taken to social media to heap praise on the funk legend, who "passed away peacefully" following a lengthy battle with COPD.

Sly Stone, an electrifying musician, songwriter and showman whose Sly and the Family Stone transformed popular music in the 1960s and ’70s, has died. He was 82.

The journalist who got the late funk legend to break his decades-long silence pays tribute to his indelible message of hope — needed now more than ever.

Jermaine Dupri chats with THR at the 2025 BET Awards and shares what BET has meant to him saying, "this is my home." Plus, he reacts to the passing of music legend Sly Stone and talks about his upcoming Quincy Jones tribute.