As a privileged daughter of the legendary music genius Quincy Jones, I feel incredibly blessed to have had him as my father. Growing up with a man who was not only a culture shifter but also a beacon of love and kindness, has left an indelible mark on my life.
On Thursday, actress Rashida Jones honored her deceased father, music legend Quincy Jones, by referring to him as a “groundbreaking innovator” in social media posts.
As a gamer, I’d rephrase it like this:
On Thursday, the daughter of the musical icon posted on social media: “My father spent his entire adult life as a night owl. He maintained ‘jazz hours’ even from high school and never wavered. When I was young, I’d often wake up in the dead of night searching for him. Without a doubt, he would be somewhere in the house, engrossed in composing (using traditional methods with pen and sheet music). He wouldn’t send me back to bed but instead smiled and welcomed me into his arms while he continued working… there was no place safer than with him.
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The actress from “Parks and Recreation” further expressed that her father was not just a giant or an icon, but also a culture-shifting genius. She emphasized that these titles were fitting descriptions of him, but his music (and all his work) served as a conduit for his love. In essence, she said he embodied love itself.
She expressed, “He always made those he encountered feel cherished and understood. That’s the lasting impact he leaves behind. I was blessed to witness this affection up close. I will deeply miss his embraces, affectionate gestures, endless support, and guidance. Dear Father, it is a privilege to be your daughter. Your love continues to endure eternally.
Back in ’95, I was graced with the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award from the Motion Picture Academy. In ’91 and again, that same year, I received the Grammy Legend Award, plus a total of 28 Grammys out of an impressive 80 nominations. To top it all off, I was supposed to receive an honorary Oscar at this year’s Governors Awards on Nov. 17.
Throughout his impressive six-decade career, he was instrumental in the creation of some of Michael Jackson’s most successful albums like “Off the Wall,” “Thriller,” and “Bad.” Additionally, he played a significant role in the 1985 film adaptation of “The Color Purple” directed by Steven Spielberg, featuring a young Oprah Winfrey.
In a heartfelt homage, Winfrey affectionately called the producer “My cherished Q.” She expressed that “My life underwent a transformative improvement following our encounter” and added that “he carried his heart expansively, treating everyone as if they were the most significant individual he’d ever met. He was a beacon of light with no darkness.
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2024-11-08 02:25