Foster Sylvers, 64, Dies After Battle with Pancreatic Cancer
Music icon dies after brutal health battle as daughter shares heartbreaking tribute

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Foster Sylvers, a former child star and member of the musical group The Sylvers, has died at 64 after a battle with stage four pancreatic cancer. His daughter Erin shared a tribute on social media, expressing her love for him. The Sylvers were known for hits like 'Boogie Fever' and were often compared to the Jackson family.
- 01Foster Sylvers passed away at the age of 64 in hospice care due to stage four pancreatic cancer.
- 02He was a member of The Sylvers, a family musical group that produced 10 albums in the 1970s.
- 03The group's most famous song, 'Boogie Fever', was released in November 1975.
- 04Foster began his music career at age 10 and appeared on shows like American Bandstand and Soul Train.
- 05His brother Leon Sylvers III confirmed his death, and Erin Sylvers shared a heartfelt tribute on Facebook.
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Foster Sylvers, a prominent figure in the music industry and former child star, has died at the age of 64 after a courageous battle with stage four pancreatic cancer. His brother, Leon Sylvers III, confirmed the news, stating that Foster passed away in hospice care. His daughter, Erin, shared a touching tribute on Facebook, expressing her love and sorrow. Foster was a key member of The Sylvers, a family group that gained fame in the 1970s with hits such as 'Boogie Fever', 'Fool's Paradise', and 'Hot Line'. The group, often compared to the Jackson family, released ten albums during their peak. Foster began his career at just 10 years old and was known for his appearances on popular television shows like American Bandstand and Soul Train. Following the group's disbandment in the mid-1980s, he formed his own band, Hy-Tech, in 1989. Fans have taken to social media to honor his legacy, reminiscing about his performances and the impact he had on music.
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