Peabo Bryson, known for his performances of Disney songs "A Whole New World" and "Beauty and the Beast," has passed away at the age of 75. According to a family statement shared with the Associated Press, Bryson died on Tuesday following a stroke. The statement expressed gratitude for the support from fans and noted the impact of Bryson's music and spirit on many lives.
Born Robert Peapo Bryson on April 13, 1951, in Greenville, South Carolina, he began his professional music career as a teenager and became a respected figure in contemporary R&B. Bryson was an eight-time Grammy nominee and gained fame in the 1980s with hits such as "Feel the Fire" and "I'm So into You." He is particularly recognized for his duets, including "Beauty and the Beast" with Céline Dion and "A Whole New World" with Regina Belle.
Bryson's career spanned over five decades, during which he released more than 20 studio albums and earned the title "King of Balladeers" for his emotional performances. He was married to Tanya Boniface Bryson, with whom he had a son in 2018, and he also has a daughter, Linda Bryson, from a previous relationship.
