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Last surviving member of The Spinners, Henry Fambrough, passes away at 85

FILE - The Spinners from left; John Edwards, Bobby Smith, Henry Fambrough, Pervis Jackson and Billy Henderson pose for photographers during a Rhythm & Blues Foundation news conference in New York, Feb

Henry Fambrough, the last surviving original member of the iconic R&B group The Spinners, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 85. Fambrough, known for his smooth vocals and charismatic stage presence, was a key contributor to the group's success with hits like 'It’s a Shame,' 'Could It Be I’m Falling in Love,' and 'The Rubberband Man.'

According to a statement from spokesperson Tanisha Jackson, Fambrough died peacefully of natural causes in his northern Virginia home. His passing marks the end of an era for The Spinners, who made an indelible mark on the music industry with their soulful sound.

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