Sly Stone, the iconic frontman of the band Sly and the Family Stone, and an influential figure in funk, soul and rock, has died at the age of 82.

After a long battle with Chronic obstructive pulmonary Disease (COPD), Sly Stone has passed away. The frontman of Sly and the Family Stone had died at age 82. His family announced the news in a statement on Monday.

Sly Stone left behind a musical legacy as a singer, funk band leader, and songwriter. But the legendary rocker, who led the group "Sly and the Family Stone," was dealing with a lot of serious health issues at the time of his death at age 82.