Quincy Jones, a prolific producer and the first Black executive at a major American record label, was best known as the architect of Michael Jackson's early success, including by producing "Thriller."

Quincy Jones, who produced Michael Jackson's best-selling album 'Thriller' and had a stellar career spanning over six decades, had a reported worth of $500million

Quincy Jones, the pioneering musician, record producer and titan of American entertainment, has died aged 91.His publicist Arnold Robinson said he passed away last night surrounded by his family at his home in the Bel Air area of Los Angeles.