Andrae Crouch, often described as the “father of modern gospel music,” died Thursday in Los Angeles after suffering a heart attack last week, according to news reports. Crouch has been hospitalized in recent years for a variety of health issues, including diabetes and cancer.
Crouch won seven Grammy awards during his career and is credited with blending traditional black gospel music with R&B, pop and Christian music. Crouch led choirs that appeared on massive pop hits such as Michael Jackson’s “Man in the Mirror” and Madonna’s “Like A Prayer.” He received an Academy Award nomination for his compositions for “The Color Purple,” and his music can be heard in “The Lion King” musical, too.
Thoughts and prayers go to Andrae Crouch and his family. He was such an inspiration
I grew up with my family blasting Andrae Crouch on Sunday. It's sad but glad we were blessed by the amazing gift he was to the world.
RIP Andrae Crouch. Your genius has inspired so many lives. Thank you for sharing your gift. #LetTheChurchSayAmen http://usat.ly/1IwVpJ3
RIP to the legendary Andrae Crouch. You will be sorely missed, but never forgotten.
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