Ranvir Singh halts Good Morning Britain as she announces death of Hollywood legend

Good Morning Britain's Ranvir Singh had to interrupt the programme this morning with sad news.

The world-renowned record producer and songwriter Quincy Jones has died at the age of 91. During the broadcast, news anchor Ranvir broke into the schedule to inform viewers of his passing. His illustrious career included collaborations with icons such as Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra, and Ray Charles.

A statement released by his family confirmed his death, expressing: "Tonight, with full but broken hearts, we must share the news of our father and brother Quincy Jones' passing. And although this is an incredible loss for our family, we celebrate the great life that he lived and know there will never be another like him."

Ranvir, while presenting today's show, took a moment from the regular news items to announce the death. His publicist, Arnold Robinson, announced his passing on Sunday evening at his Bel Air residence, reports the Mirror.

Quincy was the mastermind behind the production of Michael Jackson's legendary Thriller album. He also arranged music for Frank Sinatra and Ella Fitzgerald and crafted the scores for Roots and In the Heat of the Night. In 1990, he established a TV and film production company responsible for the hit sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.

Additionally, he orchestrated the inaugural celebration for President Bill Clinton and produced the charity single We Are The World in 1985, which raised funds for famine relief in Africa.

Good Morning Britain airs every weekday, and Susanna Reid and Ed Balls helmed today's show. In a different segment, they caught up with James Haskell and Mike Tindall to discuss their podcast's evolution into a book.

During the conversation, Mike disclosed his term of address for Princess Anne, stating, "Ma'am. Ma'am, not mum." Susanna chimed in, "You're used to hanging out with the Royals, so it's normal for you to be in Buckingham Palace and in the drawing room."

Ed Balls then quipped, "It's even better he came from Wakefield to Windsor. It's a Prince and Pauper tale for the modern time, isn't it?" to which Mike responded, "I don't know what to say to that."

*Good Morning Britain airs weekdays at 6am on ITV1 and ITVX.