Chuck Mangione, the acclaimed jazz musician and composer behind more than 30 albums, died peacefully in his sleep on July 22, 2025, at his home in Rochester, New York. He was 84. His family confirmed the news in a statement released two days later, saying:
“The family of Chuck Mangione is deeply saddened to share that Chuck peacefully passed away in his sleep at his home in Rochester, New York, on July 22, 2025.”
Known for his signature hat and lyrical flugelhorn sound, Mangione began studying music at the age of eight and played alongside his brother Gap in a jazz combo while still in high school. He found early recognition in the 1960s with Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers and later co-led the Jazz Brothers with Gap.
His 1978 single Feels So Good brought him international fame, blending jazz and pop in a way that reached a wide audience. Over his career, the musician earned two Grammy Awards—for Bellavia in 1977 and The Children of Sanchez in 1979, which also won a Golden Globe. He also became a familiar face to television viewers with a recurring voice role on King of the Hill.
While his music reached millions, Mangione kept his personal life away from the spotlight. He was married at least three times, and his third wife passed away in 2015. His parents also preceded him in death. At the time of his passing, Chuck was survived by two daughters.
Let’s know more about his family.
How Many Times Had Mangione Been Married? His Wives
He was married at least three times during his life. According to a 1998 article from the Tampa Bay Times, Chuck was married to his third wife, Rosemarie, at the time. The couple lived together on Manhattan’s Upper West Side.
Rosemarie passed away in May 2015 at their New York City home after a long illness.
There are also reports suggesting that Mangione was previously married to a woman named Judi, though details about that relationship remain limited and largely unconfirmed in public records.
He Had Two Daughters
Mangione had two daughters, Nancy and Diane, from his first marriage. While some sources suggest that their mother may have been named Nancy, Mangione never publicly confirmed those details.
Ancy has stayed out of the public eye, maintaining a private life. Diane, on the other hand, appeared alongside her father at several public events over the years.
One notable appearance was on May 27, 1988, when the star kid joined him at a charity event at the United Nations headquarters in New York City. The gathering supported the Creo Society Fund for Children with AIDS and the U.S. Committee for UNICEF.
More on Chuck Mangione’s Family: His Parents Have Also Passed
Chuck was born to Frank C. “Papa” Mangione and Nancy Mangione. Both of his parents have since passed away.
His father, Frank, died in August 2001 at the age of 91 in Rochester, New York. He ran a grocery store for about 20 years before joining Eastman Kodak Co. After retirement, Frank spent 15 years traveling the world with Chuck, helping with merchandise and record sales during his tours.
Frank, the son of Italian immigrants, was also featured in the 1942 best-selling memoir Mount Allegro, written by his brother Jerry Mangione.
Chuck’s mother, Nancy, passed away in November 2009 at the age of 95. She had worked for Samson United and later co-owned Mangione’s Market on Martin Street in Rochester with her husband.
Chuck also had one sibling, his brother Gap Mangione, a well-known jazz pianist and bandleader in his own right.
