William Orbit, Music Producer, Dies at 69
Saturday, August 8, 2026, 6:32 am
William Orbit, a Grammy winner, is remembered as a music icon.
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William Orbit, a famous British musician and producer, has died at 69.
He is known for working with Madonna on her album Ray of Light.
Orbit died at home on July 23, according to his family and friends.
William Orbit, who worked with Madonna, Britney Spears, and U2, has died at 69.
The London-born musician won two Grammys for his work on Madonna's album Ray of Light.
Orbit helped Madonna with her music and also worked with her on other projects.
He won a Grammy for the song Beautiful Stranger, which was in a movie.
Orbit was nominated for Grammys for his work with Pink and other artists.
He also produced music for the band Blur and other groups.
Mel C said it was an honor to work with Orbit.
Nicole Appleton said Orbit was a treasure in the music industry.
Orbit worked with Britney Spears and will.i.am on an album.
He had a solo career and made 12 studio albums.
AFP
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