R&B Crooner Gerald Levert Dies at 40

Singer Gerald Levert has died at his home in Newbury, Ohio, according to his record label Atlantic Records.

His family tells local news sources that it appears Levert died in his sleep, possibly of a heart attack. He was 40 years old.

Levert, who was the son of Eddie Levert, the lead singer and a founding member of the O'Jays, had his most famous hit with "I Swear," penned by David Foster. Gerald sang with his brother Sean and Marc Gordon in the R&B trio LeVert, with whom he had several number one singles on the Billboard R&B charts, including "Casanova," and had a hit duet with his father, "Baby Hold on to Me."

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16. I'm shocked to hear about the death of my boy, Gerald Levert. I was so saddened about his death, and I'm brokenhearted. He was one of my favorite Male R&B singers of our time. I want send my condolenses and prayers out to the Levert family. Gerald, we love you, and you will be missed.

Posted at 5:37PM on Nov 10th 2006 by Francesca

17. It's a sad day. What a great soulful voice. Gerald, you will truely be missed. My blessings go out to the Levert Family.

Posted at 5:30PM on Nov 10th 2006 by Shante

18. What a sad loss for the music world. He was one of the worlds greatest entertainers and his voice was one of God's true gifts. My prayers and condolences go out to his family. He will be truly missed.

Posted at 5:41PM on Nov 10th 2006 by DEBBIE

19. WE ALL ARE GOING TO MISS YOU. I REMEMBER WHEN I WAS AT ONE OF YOUR CONCERT AND I BLEW YOU A KISS AND YOU BLEW ME ONE BACK. ("AWESOME") THAT MADE MY DAY. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY. MUCH LOVE!

Posted at 5:33PM on Nov 10th 2006 by Annie B

20. Oh my! This is very sad. I just lost one of my friends a week ago. He was 36 years old and died of a heart attack.

Posted at 5:33PM on Nov 10th 2006 by wendy

21. So shocking, silky silky soul singer, an original, he will be truly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and his loyal fans.

Posted at 8:58AM on Nov 11th 2006 by pam

22. Man he was so young! Makes you think about life...I don't like thinking that I could be dead by 40... My condolences to his loved ones.

Posted at 5:44PM on Nov 10th 2006 by Elle

23. I am so upset to hear the news!! I have always loved Gerald. I named my youngest son after him. I will always remember him. My love and prayers goes out to his family. Gerald and I both where born in 1966 and just had a B-Day. I am going to miss him so much

Posted at 2:22PM on Nov 12th 2006 by Lozetta

24. Gerald was a great artist and I am hoping that this is some type of false report that has got out. I love his music and my thoughts and prayers go out to his family. I hope that his children will find comfort in knowing that their father was well love by his fans and knowing that he will live on through his music.
My prayers are with you!!

Posted at 8:33PM on Nov 10th 2006 by Lisa

25. I love Gerald Levert so much. He is my favorite artist of all time. it feel as if we lost Luther Vandross all over again. God only wants the best flowers by his side. my thoughts and prayers goes out to his family. May God shine his light upon all his loved ones in their darkest hours. God Bless you all!

Posted at 5:54PM on Nov 10th 2006 by ellice thomas

26. It's always sad when you hear that a person has died..but it's definately sad when you hear that a young and talented person has left this world. At first I couldn't believe it but now I know that it is for real. I just want to express my deepest gratitude for his family and especially his wife and children. Gerald Levert is in a better place and he will always be remembered through his great music. Rest in Peace!!!

Posted at 6:02PM on Nov 10th 2006 by Whitnie

27. I JUST HEARD THE NEWS! SAY IT ISN'T SO...................... GERALD LEVERT, IS ONE ON MY FAVORITE SINGERS. HE WILL BE TRULY MISSED, BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN. HIS MEMORIES WILL LIVE ON IN HIS MUSIC.

I WOULD LIKE TO GIVE MY HEART FELT CONDOLENCES TO HIS FAMILY AND CHILDREN. MAY HE REST IN PEACE.

Posted at 6:21PM on Nov 10th 2006 by LISA ROGERS

28. damn the world has last one of the best. but your music is still with us .

Posted at 6:02PM on Nov 10th 2006 by timothy

29. I love me some Gerald Levert. He was one of my favorites. This has broke my heart... RIP. Blessings to his family....

Posted at 1:51PM on Nov 12th 2006 by CHRISTINA

30. RIP Gerald, you will be missed, my condolences to the family

Posted at 6:09PM on Nov 10th 2006 by Louise Perry

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