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    D'Angelo felt "really conflicted" about his body image

    The Grammy-winning star died from pancreatic cancer on Tuesday (14.10.25), aged 51, and a source has now revealed that he struggled with his self image, in spite of his sex symbol status


    The insider told People: "He battled with his weight. The chiseled machismo man that people fell in love with, that wasn't his natural aesthetic. He was naturally a bigger guy.

    "He never was comfortable being a sex symbol, but also he didn't like people seeing him on his heavier side, so he was always really conflicted."

    D'Angelo's friends and family are still coming to terms with his passing.

    The source added: "Such an amazing talent is gone."

    News of D'Angelo's passing was confirmed by his family, who admitted to feeling "heartbroken".

    They said in a statement given to Variety: "The shining star of our family has dimmed his light for us in this life ... After a prolonged and courageous battle with cancer, we are heartbroken to announce that Michael D'Angelo Archer, known to his fans around the world as D'Angelo, has been called home, departing this life today, October 14th, 2025.

    "We are saddened that he can only leave dear memories with his family, but we are eternally grateful for the legacy of extraordinarily moving music he leaves behind.

    "We ask that you respect our privacy during this difficult time but invite you all join us in mourning his passing while also celebrating the gift of song that he has left for the world."

    A host of well-known music stars have already paid glowing tributes to D'Angelo, with Beyonce describing the late singer - whose real name was Michael Archer - as "the pioneer of neo-soul" music.

    Alongside a photo of D'Angelo, she wrote on her official website: "Rest in peace, Michael Eugene Archer, known to the world of music as the inimitable D'Angelo.

    "We thank you for your beautiful music, your voice, your proficiency on the piano, your artistry. You were the pioneer of neo-soul and that changed and transformed rhythm and blues forever. We will never forget you."

    © 2025 Bang Showbiz, NZCity

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