Foster Sylvers, the former child star who later helped power 'The Sylvers Band' to international fame in the 1970s, has died at age 64.
His brother Leon Sylvers III confirmedtoTMZon 30 May that he died in hospice after battling cancer.
The singer and bassist was long associated with'Boogie Fever'and with an earlier solo breakthrough that made him one of the more recognisable young R&B performers of the 1970s.
For millions who grew up during the golden era of 1970s soul music, Sylvers was a quintessential R&B child star. His sudden passing has prompted an outpouring of tributes, including a poignant message from his daughter, Erin, who shared on social media: 'Rest well, Daddy. I love you so much.'
A post shared by Erin Sylvers (@erin_sylvers)
How Foster Sylvers died is now the question attached to the singer's final chapter, and the answer his family has given is stark.
Leon Sylvers III said his brother passed away battling metastatic prostate cancer, a grim clarity that leaves little room for the coy phrasing that often surrounds celebrity deaths.
That confirmation matters because this is still, at least for now, a family statement carried by entertainment media rather than a public medical document or a more formal notice.
Long before the headlines turned to illness, Foster Sylvers was a child performer with real commercial traction. He released his self-titled debut album in 1973, and that record included 'Misdemeanor' as well as 'I'm Your Puppet,' establishing him as more than a supporting name in a family act.
His career broadened when he joined The Sylvers as a bassist, part of the sibling group that became known for smooth harmonies, bright funk, and a polished crossover sound that drew frequent comparisons to The Jackson 5 in later coverage.
Source: International Business Times UK
