WASHINGTON — Peabo Bryson, 75, suffered a stroke and is currently under medical care. The exact timing of the stroke is unclear, and details about his current medical condition have not been disclosed.
A representative for Bryson said he is receiving treatment and shared a message from the family: "At this time, the family requests privacy as they navigate this deeply personal moment together. The thoughts, prayers and love of friends and fans are welcomed and deeply appreciated."
Bryson is a Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter known for several high-profile duets. He performed "Beauty and the Beast" with Celine Dion for the 1991 Disney film of the same name and sang "A Whole New World" with Regina Belle for Disney's "Aladdin" in 1992. Both songs earned him Grammy Awards.
His solo work includes the 1984 Top 10 pop hit "If Ever You're in My Arms Again." Bryson also recorded the duet "Tonight I Celebrate My Love" with Roberta Flack and released an album of duets with her titled "Born to Love" in 1983. He began his career in the 1970s as a member of the group Moses Dillard and the Tex-Town Display and released his first solo album in 1976 on Bang Records. He signed with Capitol Records the following year.
Bryson, a native of South Carolina, expanded his reach beyond music in the 1980s. In 1985, he appeared on the soap opera "One Life to Live" and contributed vocals to its theme song.