Elton John, Lionel Richie, Whoopi Goldberg, and others shared poignant memories of Jones, remembering him as a friend, mentor, and industry titan who touched lives in and beyond music.

Elton John
On Instagram, Elton John shared a photo of himself with Jones at an Oscar viewing party. "Nobody had a career as incredible as Quincy," he wrote, honoring Jones’ impact on music and culture.

Whoopi Goldberg
Whoopi Goldberg also posted on Instagram, sharing a photo of her with Jones and calling him "one of a kind." "My heart is breaking for his family & everyone who loved him," she wrote, sending condolences to his extended network of admirers.

Lionel Richie
In a heartfelt post, Lionel Richie recalled special moments with Jones, writing, "Wow, Q - what a great ride! ❤️