Maurice White of Earth, Wind & Fire Has Died at Age 74

The founder of the legendary music group has lost his battle with Parkinson's disease.

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By Lauren Porter · Updated October 27, 2020

Maurice White, founder of the band, Earth, Wind & Fire, has died. The Associated Press reports the news of his passing as confirmed by his brother Verdine White who said the musician died in his Los Angeles home on Wednesday. Nicholas Caldwell, Founding Member of The Whispers, Dead at 71

Our brother Maurice White passed peacefully in his sleep this morning.
The light is he, shining on you and me. pic.twitter.com/ppWTHKUyG6 — Earth, Wind & Fire (@EarthWindFire) February 4, 2016

White was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease and in 1995 he announced that he would no longer tour or perform with the group. Earth, Wind & Fire is known for timeless hits like “September,” “Boogie Wonderland,” “Shining Star” and “After the Love is Gone.” White was with the group when they were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2000. He was 74.