Tony! Toni! Toné! Co-Founder D’Wayne Wiggins Dies at 64

The influential R&B musician and mentor passed away after a private year-long battle with bladder cancer, his family confirmed.

D’Wayne Wiggins, guitarist and founding member of Tony! Toni! Toné!, died Friday morning surrounded by loved ones after battling bladder cancer for a year.
The Oakland native and his group rose to prominence in the late 1980s and 1990s with hits like 'Anniversary,' 'Feels Good,' and 'It Never Rains (In Southern California).'
Beyond his music career, Wiggins played a pivotal role in mentoring young artists, helping launch the careers of acts like Destiny’s Child, Keyshia Cole, and Zendaya.
Tony! Toni! Toné! reunited in 2023 for their first tour in nearly 25 years, celebrating their lasting influence on R&B and their iconic album 'Sons of Soul.'
Wiggins’ family described his life as 'incomparable,' noting his dedication to his community, music, and nurturing the next generation of musicians.