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Singer Wayne Lewis of Atlantic Starr has died. He was 68.
A representative for the R&B music group confirmed to PEOPLE that Lewis, a founding member of Atlantic Starr, died on Thursday, June 5.
Atlantic Starr also shared the news in an announcement on Facebook, writing, “It’s with great sadness we have to post the passing of Wayne Lewis on June 5, 2025, please keep the family in your prayers and respect their privacy #waynelewis #restinpeace #flyhigh Sunrise 4/13/1957 Sunset 6/5/2025 #restinpeaceWayne.”
A cause of death has not yet been revealed.
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The news galvanized fans, who swiftly shared their tributes online.
“His band gave my generation so much listening pleasure,” one fan wrote.
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Another described Lewis as “a great songwriter.”
Atlantic Starr released its first album in 1978, skyrocketing to success with crossover hits such as “Always” and “Secret Lovers.”
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Aside from Wayne, the current members of Atlantic Starr are his brother, Jonathan Lewis, Melessa Pierce and Shammah Carter.
