Tuesday, March 19, 2024

We Remember: Celebrity Photographer Bill Jones Dies at 83

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Bill Jones

*Today is a sad day for the family and friends of legendary celebrity photographer Bill Jones. He passed away today (06-25-16)  in Los Angeles at approximately 12 Noon after suffering from dementia since 2014. Bill Jones was 83.

The Electronic Urban Report/EUR spoke to Jones’ granddaughter, LaToya “Toy” Jones, who said he waited until she arrived from  her home in the Valley to pass. She said he took his last breath holding her hand.

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Photographer Malcolm Ali  was also with the family when Jones transitioned. Ali  mentored under Jones and told EUR’s Lee Bailey …

“He was a pioneer. Before cell phones, before digital, there was Bill with his camera. There will never be another one like him.”

Bill Jones photographed  celebrities for over 50 years and was a favorite of numerous including Denzel Washington and Halle Berry.

EUR/EURweb.com sends heartfelt condolences to the family of our dearly departed friend and colleague, Bill Jones.

This story is developing ….

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