Overview

• 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.