In its statement, Kool & the Gang described Sumler as “our longtime wardrobe valet” and said he worked with the band from 2000 to 2015, “making sure the guys looked their best on stage every ...

Kool & The Gang ‘s Michael Sumler passed away over the weekend at the age of 71. As reported by Fox 5 Atlanta, Sumler — known by fans as “Chicago Mike” — died in a car crash in Georgia ...

Kool & the Gang has been sampled in the music of so many other contemporary artists such as Mase, Will Smith, Jade, Lil’ Kim, Missy Elliott, and DJ Kool, among countless others.

The all-time great funk-disco-R&B troupe — known for such hits as “Get Down on It,” “Too Hot,” “Ladies Night” and, of course, “Celebration” (the tune that has long served as ...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Robert “Kool” Bell said it’s been a blessing to be able to still perform after headlining Friday at the Jacksonville Jazz Festival. Kool and the Gang have been making ...

Michael Sumler, a beloved member of Kool & the Gang, died at the age of 71 in a fatal car crash. Sumler worked with the band's wardrobe department before joining the band.

Kool & the Gang member Michael Sumler has died in a car crash in Mableton, Georgia. "Chicago Mike," who became part of the R&B band in 1985, was 71. "Everyone here at Kool & the Gang has fond ...

Michael Sumler, a member of R&B band Kool & the Gang, has died. He was 71. In a statement shared with PEOPLE, the musical group confirmed Sulmer's death. "We’re deeply saddened to hear about the ...

Mike worked alongside Kool & the Gang from 2004-2015, making sure the guys looked their best on stage every night." "He also enthused the crowd with his energy and dance moves.

Kool & the Gang's Michael Sumler was killed in a car crash just outside Atlanta, Georgia, on Saturday, local media reported. Also known as "Chicago Mike," the 71-year-old died at the scene just ...

Michael Sumler, a member of the iconic R&B band Kool & the Gang, tragically died at the age of 71 in a car accident. FOX 5 After starting out as a stylist for the band, Sumler soon became involved ...