D’Wayne Wiggins Funeral | Tony! Toni! Toné! Singer D’Wayne Emotional Farewell
D’Wayne Patrice Wiggins
February 14, 1961 – March 7, 2025
“With broken hearts, we share with you that our beloved D’Wayne passed away this morning surrounded by family and loved ones,” Tony! Toni! Toné! wrote in an Instagram post published Friday.
“Over the past year, he has been privately and courageously battling bladder cancer. Through this fight, he remained committed and present for his family, his music, his fans and his community,” the message said.
TV One is saddened to share that D’Wayne Wiggins of the legendary Tony! Toni! Toné!, has passed away at the age of 64 due to medical complications. The group is most known for their hit singles ‘Anniversary’ and ‘Feels Good.’ Rest in Power. 🙏🏾🕊️
📸: @TonyToniTone1 pic.twitter.com/LWrNfyt2dB— TV One (@tvonetv) March 7, 2025
D’Wayne Wiggins was more than a musician, he was a visionary, a storyteller, and the soul of Tony! Toni! Toné! An Oakland icon, his melodies carried our joy, our love, our history. His hands shaped the sound of a generation, his presence a gift, his legacy everlasting.
D’Wayne Wiggins Funeral
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With broken hearts, we share with you that our beloved D’Wayne passed away this morning surrounded by family and loved ones. Over the past year, he has been privately and courageously battling bladder cancer. Through this fight, he remained committed and present for his family, his music, his fans and his community.
D’Wayne’s life was incomparable, and his music and service impacted millions around the world, including in his hometown of Oakland, California. He was a guitarist, producer, composer, philanthropist, mentor and founding member of Tony! Toni! Tone! He was deeply passionate about providing artist development and mentorship to emerging young musicians, helping to shape the early careers of many.
Easily, one of the best Tony Toni Toné songs ever.
RIP D’Wayne Wigginspic.twitter.com/ni52PN2Gck
— OZAWA Affiliated™️ (@KeemWins) March 7, 2025
For now, we ask that you continue to respect our privacy. We mourn with you, and are deeply grateful for your love and support. This statement has been shared by the Wiggins Family.
We’ve lost a beautiful soul. D’Wayne Wiggins, your legacy will live on in the music, the community, and the hearts you touched. You were an integral part of Oakland’s spirit, and we’ll truly miss you. Rest easy, and thank you for everything.