In the legendary producer’s final Instagram post on Saturday, which was shared one day beforehis death, he wished a happy 58th birthday to his daughter Martina. «So proud to be yo papa!» he wrote alongside a photo of the two of them together. «Big hug, I love you eternally.»
The Grammy-winner, who produced Michael Jackson’s best-selling «Thriller» and worked with artists like Frank Sinatra, died on Sunday at age 91, his publicist confirmed. The icon of music, who was married three times, is survived by seven children.
Jones was first married to actress Jeri Caldwell, with whom he welcomed daughter Jolie Jones Levine. She has worked as a model, author and singer and performed with the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, according to her website. Last year, Quincy shared a photo on Instagram showing him and Jolie at a piano when she was a child.
Music titan Quincy Jones,legendary producer of Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller,’ dies at 91
In 1963, he welcomed Rachel Jones, who is now a veterinarian, with Carol Reynolds.
Jones’ second wife was model Ulla Andersson, with whom he welcomed two more children: Martina Jones and Quincy Jones III. The former is a photographer, while the latter is a music producer like his dad.