Daniel Jones dead at 41: Justin Timberlake mourns longtime Janet Jackson musical director as a 'brot
FOLLOWING Daniel Jones' unexpected death, Justin Timberlake has spoken out in mourning for the longtime Janet Jackson musical director.
Jones, a Dallas-based musical director and keyboardist, died at age 41.
Timberlake wrote in a heartfelt Instagram post on Thursday: "Where do I start… Daniel Jones, I am going to miss you so much.
"A spark plug of energy and joy. An incredible musician. A loving soul and a hilarious jokester.
"Nobody will ever be better at hyping me up in the pre show huddle up and holding us all down on those keys.
"We will march onward and try to make you proud every time we are out there.
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"And, you will be with us every step. Forever a TN Kid 💔 Grateful for the light you brought to us… Rest in Peace, my brother."
The beloved N'Sync singer shared some lively videos in memory of Jones, showing him clapping and hyping up others around him.
Jones, who was well-known in the music industry, collaborated with countless stars, including Timberlake, Mary J. Blige, Janet Jackson, and Beyoncé.
Janet Jackson also took to Instagram to remember the talented Jones.
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She wrote alongside a photo of Jones: "The past few days have been incredibly challenging for us as a family. Daniel Jones was more than an incredible talent, he was a brother, an energy, a light.
"While his time here with us was cut short, his memory will live on strong and forever.
"We are all so blessed to have known you. May you rest in eternal paradise."
The news of Jones' death was confirmed by his wife Breshae on social media, according to Vibe.
She wrote, “I am speechless. I am heartbroken. I am lost. My husband Daniel Jones, my best friend, my headache, my confidante… I truly do not understand. I know God doesn’t make mistakes.. but why??
"To everyone who has called, texted messaged, etc. Thank you so much. I’ve seen them all. Please just give me a little time.
" I just don’t have the energy right now. I miss him so much already..I don’t know what to do. I cant believe I am typing this. RIP Daniel Jones. My one true love."
It appears a cause of death is currently unknown, as Breshae continued: "Please do not speculate or rumor about what happened.
"B/c we don’t have all the answers as of yet. Thank you."
Jones' death comes just four weeks after his wife celebrate Father's Day with a dedicated post.
"Everyday I wake up feeling blessed to have you as a partner in crime and a partner in parenting. You approach our boys with an unnatched sentiment," Breshae wrote in her sweet post.
"There's so many things I absolutely love about you, but most of all I love what a wonderful father you are! No one said it would be, but You make it look easy. We love you today and forever."
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Some of the momentous projects Jones worked on include the Super Bowl LII Halftime Show with Justin Timberlake, Janet Jackson’s State Of The World Tour, and Mary J. Blige’s Good Morning Gorgeous Tour, Vibe reports.
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