At the Oscars, a tribute was held for the late Quincy Jones, revered for his groundbreaking work as a musician and composer across film and television. Stars Oprah Winfrey, Whoopi Goldberg, and Queen Latifah recalled Jones’ legacy, highlighting his role in pop music and his recognition as one of the first black composers accepted in Hollywood. Jones’ achievements included numerous Oscar nominations and winning the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award. The tribute underscored his influence on artists and the entertainment industry, celebrating his life and contributions to black excellence.
"When we talk about black excellence, we're talking about Quincy,' said Goldberg, honoring Jones as a trailblazer in music, film, and television."
"Quincy was love lived out loud in human form, and he poured that love into other people and their work,' Winfrey shared during the tribute."
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