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R&B singer D'Angelo dies of cancer at 51

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Grammy-winning singer D'Angelo, who was born Michael Archer, died at the age of 51 from pancreatic cancer, his family said in a statement. CBS News' Vlad Duthiers takes a look back at the R&B artist's legacy.

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  • D'Angelo, born Michael Archer, has died at 51 from pancreatic cancer. 4s
  • He was a key figure in the neo-soul movement, debuting with 'Brown Sugar' at age 21. 23s
  • His hit single 'How Does It Feel' won a Grammy and made him a pop culture icon. 1m 1s
  • D'Angelo inspired a new generation of R&B artists with his innovative sound. 1m 31s
  • He is survived by his son, Michael Archer Jr., after the recent death of Angie Stone. 1m 59s
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