Sad news to report…..Grammy-winning R&B singer, known for Oscar-sweeping duets like ‘Beauty and the Beast’ with Celine Dion and ‘A Whole New World’ with Regina Belle, died at 5 p.m. ET in Marietta, Georgia.

Born in South Carolina, Bryson built a five-decade career with romantic hits alongside Roberta Flack and Natalie Cole, while surviving a 2019 heart attack thanks to his wife Tanya’s CPR.

“We are tremendously moved by the outpouring of love, prayers and support from fans, friends, and colleagues around the world,” Bryson’s family said in a statement to People. “While our hearts are broken, we find comfort in knowing how deeply Peabo was loved and how many lives were touched by his voice and his generous spirit. His legacy and music will live on for generations to come.”

Born Robert Peopo Bryson on April 13, 1951, in Greenville, SC, he launched his music career with his 1976 debut album Peabo. The following year, he would sign with Capitol Records with the release of Reaching for the Sky. Some of his hits include “Feel the Fire,” “Reaching for the Sky,” “I’m So into You,” “Crosswinds,” “Let the Feeling Flow,” “If Ever You’re in My Arms Again,” “Show & Tell,” and “Can You Stop the Rain.”

In 1985, Bryson appeared on One Life to Live, where he sang a lyrical version of the classic theme song.

After first charting in 1975, Bryson had a pair of smash pop hits with theme songs from back-to-back Disney toons. “Beauty and the Beast” reached the Top 10 in 1991, and “A Whole New World” topped the Billboard Hot 100 the following year. He also had a Top 10 pop hit with “If Ever You’re in My Arms Again” in 1984.

Bryson’s two Grammy Awards were for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals for “Beauty and the Beast” — which also was up for Record of the Year — and “A Whole New World.” He also had a half-dozen other Grammy noms from 1992-2000.

He leaves behind Tanya, son Robert, daughter Linda, and three grandchildren; his family shared their profound sadness and requested privacy.

Our condolences to Bryson’s family, friends and host of fans around the world…..