Maurice White Of Earth Wind & Fire's Death Caused By What? Official Autopsy Released?
Earth, Wind & Fire founder Maurice White has been reported to have passed away at the age of 74. His death has since been mourned by his family and friends.
Reports that the legendary singer, who was hailed for the band's feel-good funk anthems, died in his sleep at home in Los Angeles, as stated in his official autopsy, News One said in a report.
Verdine White, his brother and bandmate on Earth, Wind & Fire, confirmed the death of Maurice White on Facebook.
"My brother, hero and best friend Maurice White passed away peacefully last night in his sleep," he said. "While the world has lost another great musician and legend, our family asks that our privacy is respected as we start what will be a very difficult and life-changing transition in our lives."
Maurice has had Parkinson's disease for years which led to cease his tours with the band.
He is a Chicago-born musician who developed music under R&B, rock, soul and funk. His band has packed arenas and has sold over 100 million albums with hits such as "September," "Shining Star," "After the Love Has Gone" and "Boogie Wonderland."
In 1979, Earth, Wind & Fire became the first African-American act to New York's Madison Square Garden. They were also the first band to enter the White House in 2009 after being invited by President Barack Obama after his election win.
People who were inspired by Maurice White meanwhile poured their heartfelt message on social media to give praises to the Earth, Wind & Fire founder.
"Maurice was everything ..... Everything," Questlove, drummer of band Roots and "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon," said.
In other news, an alleged autopsy report is currently rumored to have been done, despite his apparent battle with Parkinson's. Moreso, the official results have been allegedly released. However, none has surfaced on the internet.
Maurice White of Earth, Wind & Fire was just one of the many musicians who passed away at the onset of the year, which also include Lemmy Kilmister of the band Motorhead, Today Online said in a report.
