Frankie Beverly — the soul singer from the R&B group Maze — has died. He was 77 years old. The Philadelphia native’s family confirmed the news in a public statement, which they released on September 11, 2024.
“Grieving the loss of a loved one is a deeply personal and emotional experience,” the Beverly family wrote in their statement. “During this time, as we are navigating feelings of sorrow, reflection, and remembrance we kindly ask for privacy and understanding, allowing us the space to grieve in our own way. This period for is one of healing, and your respect for our need for solitude is appreciated as we honor the memory of our beloved Howard Stanley Beverly known to the world as Frankie Beverly.”
In the statement, Frankie’s loved ones added that he “lived his life with pure soul as one would say, and for us, no one did it better” and that he “lived for his music, family and friends.”
“Love one another as he would want that for us all,” they concluded.
In honor of the late soul singer, News47.us has gathered five facts about Frankie, below.
