Award-winning singer Peabo Bryson, renowned for his velvety voice and iconic Disney duets, has suffered a stroke and is currently under medical care. No additional details regarding his condition are available at this time. A representative for Bryson conveyed a statement to Billboard, stating, “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 celebrated for his contributions to Disney soundtracks, particularly for the Academy Award-winning songs “Beauty and the Beast” with Celine Dion and “A Whole New World (Aladdin’s Theme)” with Regina Belle. These duets achieved significant commercial success, reaching No. 9 and No. 1, respectively, on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. They also earned Bryson his two Grammy wins for best pop performance by a duo or group with vocals.

His illustrious career began to take shape with a breakthrough in 1978 when he notched his first top 10 R&B single, “Reaching for the Sky.” Over the years, Bryson has amassed an impressive catalog of R&B classics, including tracks such as “Feel the Fire,” “I’m So Into You,” “Let the Feeling Flow,” “All My Love,” and “Closer Than Close.” He also achieved two No. 1 hits with “Show & Tell” and “Can You Stop the Rain.” His first top 10 pop entry came in 1984 with “If Every You’re in My Arms Again,” which reached No. 6 on the R&B charts.

Beyond his Disney fame, Bryson’s extensive discography features memorable duets with other esteemed female stars. These collaborations include “Gimme Some Time” with Natalie Cole, “Tonight, I Celebrate My Love” and “Make the World Stand Still” with Roberta Flack, and “Lovers After All” with Melissa Manchester. Prior to their chart-topping success with “A Whole New World,” Bryson and Regina Belle first teamed up in 1987 to record the top 15 R&B hit “Without You.” Updates on Bryson’s condition will be provided as more details become available.