Heartfelt Farewell: John Edwards, Last Founding Member of The Spinners, Passes at 80, Leaving an Enduring Legacy in R&B History
St. Louis, Mo. — John Edwards, the last surviving founding member of R&B group The Spinners, passed away on May 11, 2025, at the age of 80. His death was confirmed via the group’s social media channels, marking a poignant moment in the history of American soul music. Edwards’ health had been declining since 2000, when he suffered a serious stroke that ended his performing career. He joined The Spinners in 1977 at the age …