The Grammy-winning R&B singer died at the age of 66 in January. His longtime friend, Debbie Allen, shared the news on Twitter. "I have lost my dearest friend and creative partner James Ingram to the Celestial Choir," she tweeted. "He will always be cherished, loved and remembered for his genius, his love of family and his humanity. I am blessed to have been so close. We will forever speak his name."