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Grammy Award winning artist Peabo Bryson suffers from stroke

Peabo Bryson’s family requested privacy during the difficult time

Published June 01, 2026
Grammy Award winning artist Peabo Bryson suffers from stroke
Grammy Award winning artist Peabo Bryson suffers from stroke 

Peabo Bryson has suffered a stroke and is currently under medical care.

A representative for the American singer-songwriter shared with Billboard, "At this time, the family requests privacy as they navigate this deeply personal moment together. The thoughts, prayers and love of friends and fans are welcomed and deeply appreciated."

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No further details are available at this time.

Bryson, known for being the voice behind the Academy Award-winning Disney songs Beauty and the Beast with Celine Dion and A Whole New World (Aladdin's Theme) with Regina Belle, has earned two Grammy wins in a career that dates back to 1978.

Over that time he's amassed a string of R&B hits including I'm So Into You, All My Love, Gimme Some Time with Natalie Cole, and the slow dance classic Tonight, I Celebrate My Love with Roberta Flack.

Bryson is married to British singer and former The 411 member Tanya Boniface. The couple married in 2010 and share a son, Robert, who was born in 2018.

He also has a grown-up daughter, Linda, from a previous relationship, as well as several grandchildren.

In April 2019, it was reported that Peabo Bryson had suffered a heart attack however he did make a full recovery.

Sadaf Naushad
Sadaf Naushad is a Journalist and Neurochemistry master's graduate with over four years of experience. Leveraging her scientific background, she specialises in celebrity wellness, mental health, and the psychology of lifestyle trends, bridging the gap between science and pop culture to provide expert insight into global icons' well-being.
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