Tributes pour in following death of American singer Jesse Powell aged 51

American R&B singer Jesse Powell, best known for his hit song “You” has died aged 51, as reported on Wednesday, September 14.

The news of the death of American singer Jesse Powell was announced on Facebook by his sister, who stated:

“It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved son, brother and uncle Jesse Powell.”

“He passed away peacefully in his Los Angeles home.”

“The family asks for privacy at this time as we mourn tremendous loss and celebrate his everlasting legacy.”

“Jesse loved music and he especially loved his fans who supported him throughout his career. We want you all to know that you meant the world to him.”

“~ The Powell Family”

Born on September 12, 1971, Jesse Powell was an American R&B/soul songwriter-singer best known  for his hit “You” which peaked at No. 2 R&B and No. 10 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Powell produced four studio albums during his career and was the older brother of R&B singers Trina & Tamara. 

Hundreds of tributes flooded Twitter following the news of the death of American singer Jesse Powell:

“Jesse Powell was a SANGER. What he did with “If I” still gives me chills.”

“It’s very shocking to hear about his sudden passing. Rest in peace, Jesse.”

Jesse Powell was a SANGER. What he did with “If I” still gives me chills.

It’s very shocking to hear about his sudden passing. Rest in peace, Jesse. pic.twitter.com/qjb7WXnCCy

— travis in context. (@travisfromthebk) September 14, 2022

“It has been confirmed that 90’s R&B singer Jesse Powell best known for his hit song “You” has passed away at just 51 years old. This is a developing story.”

It has been confirmed that 90’s R&B singer Jesse Powell best known for his hit song “You” has passed away at just 51 years old. This is a developing story. pic.twitter.com/2azrJxs7hl

— KenBarbie™ (@itsKenBarbie) September 14, 2022

““You” is one of my favorite love songs. I always wanted that song to be played at my wedding.”

“R.I.P. Jesse Powell.”

“You” is one of my favorite love songs. I always wanted that song to be played at my wedding.

R.I.P. Jesse Powell.

— ωιтту нιєяσρнαηт (@ozryhu) September 14, 2022

“The way I wore this album out. Man.”

“RIP Jesse Powell. We’re losing so much talent.”

The way I wore this album out. Man.

RIP Jesse Powell. We're losing so much talent. pic.twitter.com/H3ekC6dZYt

— Edward Bowser (@etbowser) September 14, 2022

He was barely 50 WTH 😞

— Wise_Diva (@wise_diva) September 14, 2022

https://twitter.com/Spaceodditykel/status/1569908124814901250

Oh no, not Jesse Powell. “You” is really one of the best male R&B vocal performances I’ve ever heard. May that man rest in peace.

— Dana White (@ItsDanaWhite) September 14, 2022

Trina and Tamara are Jesse Powell’s sisters. Talents runs all through that family. https://t.co/LpUc3mWWyy

— ev (@zoranealehurtin) September 14, 2022

Mic was always on.
The 90’s >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

RIP JESSE POWELL 🙏🏽🕊 pic.twitter.com/jX7JyaiciI

— kowboy kary (@itsKARY_) September 14, 2022

Wishing brother Jesse Powell a peaceful journey 🙏🏾🕊 pic.twitter.com/64YmGNYuBG

— King of Black Phillip’s (@woods_pj) September 14, 2022

The news of the death of American singer Jesse Powell comes shortly after reports that Elias Theodorou, a Canadian MMA fighter has passed away aged 34, as reported on Monday, September 12.

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