R&B star who rose to fame in the ’90s dies at 61. Here’s what we know
Leila Ahmed
Leila Ahmed
Reporter · Syracuse, NY
A graduate of the University at Buffalo, Leila has spent five years in journalism, previously working at a community-focused news outlet in Rochester, NY. She specializes in uncovering the diverse voices and cultural richness of Syracuse’s neighborhoods, bringing their stories to light.
More from Leila →Reporter · Friday, October 30, 2026 at 9:00 AM · 1 min read
Melvin Sephus, who rose to fame as a member of The Rude Boys in the early 1990s, has died.