'Atlantic Starr' member Wayne Lewis passes away at 68; band releases official statement, and tributes pour in
The legendary singer and a founding member of the R&B group Atlantic Starr , Wayne Lewis , passed away at the age of 68. While the reason for the unfortunate death has been kept private, the representatives of the band confirmed it in a statement.
The official statement by the band Atlantic StarrThe band posted an official statement on Facebook, confirming the date of passing and requesting privacy during this difficult time. “It’s with great sadness we have to post the passing of Wayne Lewis on June 5, 2025 please keep the family in your prayers and respect there privacy #waynelewis #restinpeace #flyhigh Sunrise 4/13/1957 Sunset 6/5/2025 #restinpeaceWayne,” the note said.
The fans paid tribute by sharing their memories with him and his band, while others honoured the singer by sending their condolences. One user wrote, “Omg I’m devastated. I was looking forward to seeing them perform this Sunday at Capital Jazz Festival. My condolences. 🙏🏾🙏🏾”
Another user said, “RIP BROTHER…The voice of a generation!!!!My condolences to the family.” A third user wrote, “Oh noooooooo my word my condolences to the family may your soul RIP Wayne.” “I had the pleasure of meeting him last September, what an amazing soul. Rest in peace,” a fourth fan wrote about Wayne Lewis.
About Wayne Lewis and Atlantic Starr
Wayne Lewis was a pivotal member of the band Atlantic Starr, a New York-based group that was formed in the mid-1970s along with his brothers David and Jonathan Lewis . Lewis served as a vocalist as well as keyboardist. As the band rose to prominence and unforgettable fame, their songs started becoming anthems for the occasions.
A few of the famous songs include ‘Secret Lovers,’ ‘Circles,’ ‘Silver Shadow,’ ‘Masterpiece,’ ‘Touch a Four Leaf Clover,’ ‘Always,’ ‘With Your Love I Come Alive,’ ‘Am I Dreaming,’ and many more.
The official statement by the band Atlantic StarrThe band posted an official statement on Facebook, confirming the date of passing and requesting privacy during this difficult time. “It’s with great sadness we have to post the passing of Wayne Lewis on June 5, 2025 please keep the family in your prayers and respect there privacy #waynelewis #restinpeace #flyhigh Sunrise 4/13/1957 Sunset 6/5/2025 #restinpeaceWayne,” the note said.
The fans paid tribute by sharing their memories with him and his band, while others honoured the singer by sending their condolences. One user wrote, “Omg I’m devastated. I was looking forward to seeing them perform this Sunday at Capital Jazz Festival. My condolences. 🙏🏾🙏🏾”
Another user said, “RIP BROTHER…The voice of a generation!!!!My condolences to the family.” A third user wrote, “Oh noooooooo my word my condolences to the family may your soul RIP Wayne.” “I had the pleasure of meeting him last September, what an amazing soul. Rest in peace,” a fourth fan wrote about Wayne Lewis.
About Wayne Lewis and Atlantic Starr
Wayne Lewis was a pivotal member of the band Atlantic Starr, a New York-based group that was formed in the mid-1970s along with his brothers David and Jonathan Lewis . Lewis served as a vocalist as well as keyboardist. As the band rose to prominence and unforgettable fame, their songs started becoming anthems for the occasions.
A few of the famous songs include ‘Secret Lovers,’ ‘Circles,’ ‘Silver Shadow,’ ‘Masterpiece,’ ‘Touch a Four Leaf Clover,’ ‘Always,’ ‘With Your Love I Come Alive,’ ‘Am I Dreaming,’ and many more.
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