As of the latest reports, Jellybean Johnson’s exact cause of death has not been made public.

What is known

Authorities and Johnson’s family have confirmed that he died suddenly on the evening of November 21, 2025, at age 69, just one day after his birthday. Multiple major outlets note that no medical explanation or official cause of death has been released, and they explicitly describe the cause as “unknown” or “not disclosed.”

Current status of information

News coverage and statements from friends and collaborators, including Sheila E., focus on tributes to his life and career and repeat that the cause of death remains a mystery. Until Johnson’s family or medical officials release further details, any specific claim about how he died would be speculation rather than confirmed fact.