Rashida Jones has paid tribute to her late father and legendary producer Quincy Jones – see what the actor had to say about her father below.
Earlier this week (November 4), news broke of legendary producer Quincy Jones’ death at the age of 91, surrounded by family. His death was accompanied by an outpouring of tributes to the late icon. While Rashida had released a joint statement with the rest of her family at the time of his death, she has now shared a public tribute to Quincy.
The actor shared an image of herself as a baby, being held by Quincy. She wrote: “My dad was nocturnal his whole adult life. He kept “jazz hours” starting in high school and never looked back. When I was little, I would wake up in the middle of the night to search for him. Undoubtedly, he would be somewhere in the house, composing (old school, with a pen and sheet music). He would never send me back to bed. He would smile and bring me into his arms while he continued to work…there was no safer place in the world for me.
“He was a giant. An icon. A culture shifter. A genius,” she continued. “All accurate descriptions of my father but his music (and ALL of his work) was a channel for his love. He WAS love. He made everyone he ever met feel loved and seen. That’s his legacy.
“I was fortunate enough to experience this love in close proximity. I’ll miss his hugs and kisses and unconditional devotion and advice. Daddy, it is an [honour] to be your daughter. Your love lives forever.”
See Rashida Jones’ full post below.
Over the years, Jones worked with countless artists including Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles and Michael Jackson who he famously produced the iconic albums ‘Off The Wall’, ‘Thriller’ and ‘Bad’ with. ‘Thriller’ is still the biggest selling album of all time.
He also oversaw the all-star recording of 1985 charity record ‘We Are The World’ which was helmed by himself Jackson, Lionel Richie and producer Michael Omartian and raised funds for famine relief in Ethiopia in 1985.
Paul McCartney has since honoured Jones, penning a lengthy tribute post on social media where he recalled being introduced to Jones via The Beatles‘ producer George Martin and his “very positive, loving spirit”.
Among the numerous people who have paid tribute to Jones since the news of his death include Nile Rodgers, Michael Caine, Will Smith and more. Current United States Vice President Kamala Harris also honoured Quincy Jones, calling him a “trailblazer” and acknowledged his contributions to “civil and human rights”.