12 Heartwarming Photos of Quincy Jones with His Seven Kids

The legendary producer, who died on Nov. 3, 2024, is survived by seven children and his grandchildren

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Quincy Jones family. Photo:

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Quincy Jones accomplished many things in his illustrious career, including his iconic collaboration with Michael Jackson on 1982's Thriller album.

Still, with 28 Grammys and a rap sheet that includes working with the Beatles, Frank Sinatra, Miles Davis, Will Smith and more, the legendary producer always maintained that his kids were the best things to ever happen to him.

Quincy, who died on Nov. 3 aged 91, was father to seven kids — Jolie, 71, Rachel, 61, Martina, 58, Quincy III, 56, Kidada, 50, Rashida, 48, and Kenya, 31.

From adorable birthday shout-outs to sweet moments on the red carpet, see Quincy Jones' cutest photos with his kids.

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Quincy and Kenya

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Quincy Jones family Keya Kinski Jones.

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For his birthday in 2021, Kenya posted this adorable throwback picture of an attentive Quincy lying on the floor and looking after her as a newborn.

"Happy birthday my precious Dad. I love you more than you could ever even begin to comprehend. 'Eternally' ♥️," she captioned the sweet photo.

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Happy Birthday, Rashida!

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Quincy and Rashida Jones.

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For Rashida's 46th birthday in 2022, the doting father posted another sweet message alongside this adorable throwback photo.

"Happy Happy Birthday to my beloved doonkie @rashidajones!! I love U forever + eternity…" he began. "Gurl U already know how proud I am of you. One of life’s greatest gifts is being your & your sibling’s papa!! Keep on keepin’ on…U know I’m always right behind! <3 <3 <3"

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A Handful

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Quincy Jones with his kids.

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The legendary producer had his hands full as he held his kids Quincy III and Martina.

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Making the Rounds

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Quincy Jones and his kids with Donna Hightower and Paul Kuhn.

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In this shot from 1973, Jones is pictured with his kids alongside singer-songwriter Donna Hightower and pianist Paul Kuhn.

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Playtime with Dad

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Quincy Jones with his Kids.

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Clearly an involved father, Quincy posted this playful photo with Martina and Quincy III for the former's birthday in 2021.

"Happy Birthday to my little girl in blue, @martinafotos1!! You ain’t a baby no more, but my love for you grows every single day ❤️ keep on dancin’ & keepin’ on GURL!! Love, D \(^o^)/," the dotting father wrote.

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Take Your Daughters to Work

American composer and producer Quincy Jones is congratulated by his two daughters, Rachel (L) and Tina, upon receiving Grammy Awards.
Quincy Jones with daughters Rachel and Tina.

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No stranger to sweeping at the Grammys, the famed producer got some love from daughters Rachel and Tina after winning big at the 1991 awards show.

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Quality Time

Kidada Jones, Quincy Jones and Rashida Jones during Disney's Alice in Wonderland Mad Tea Party at Private Residence in Los Angeles, California, United States
Quincy Jones with daughter Kidada and Rashida.

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Kidada and Rashida flanked their father as the trio attended a Disney Alice in Wonderland Mad Tea Party in L.A. in 2005.

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Night on the Town

Rashida Jones and Quincy Jones attend TV Guide Emmy After Party at Social on August 27, 2006
Quincy with Rashida.

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Quincy proudly walked the carpet with daughter Rashida as they attended TV Guide's Emmy After Party at Social in 2006.

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Big Night

Kenya Jones and Quincy Jones attend GRAMMY Foundations Starry Night Honoring Quincy Jones at University of California on July 28, 2007 in Los Angeles, CA.
Quincy with his daughter Kenya.

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Clearly this was a favorite pose of his. Quincy put the spotlight on his youngest daughter Kenya as the two attended the Grammy Foundation's Starry Night Honoring Quincy Jones at the University of California in 2007.

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Hugs for Dad

Quincy Jones & Rashida Jones during Angela Missoni hosts Private Champagne Brunch and Preview of Special Evening Collection for Academy Awards Week at Chateau Marmont in West Hollywood, California, United States
Quincy with Rashida.

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Rashida gave her dad a squeeze while at a brunch event in Los Angeles.

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All in the Family

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Quincy with daughter Rachel Jones and her children.

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"Happy birthday to my beautiful daud @drmarinavet!! You, your siblings, & your kiddos are the best gifts I’ve ever received, & are the gifts that keep on givin’!! Love U honey…sending U more love than U can handle!!…xxoo," the Back on the Block creator wrote alongside this picture featuring his daughter Rachel and her kids.

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Lasting Legacy

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Quincy Jones with his family.

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With such a large family, it can be hard to get everyone in the same room together, so when Kidada corralled got the crew for a shoot last year, her dad was thrilled.

"If you know anything about me, then you already know my family is IT for me, so these pics will forever hold a special place in my ❤️…" he wrote, in part, alongside this heartwarming shot of his family.

"Thank-Q to my precious pie Kidada for pulling this all together & giving the family a much-needed excuse to get all our booties in the same room!" he concluded, after thanking Tommy Hilfiger for dressing them all.

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