Maurice White, Co-Founder of Earth, Wind, & Fire, Dies at 74

Maurice White, co-founder of Earth, Wind, & Fire died in his sleep Thursday morning at the age of 74, according to TMZ.

Maurice had fought a long, hard battle with Parkinson's Disease. He was diagnosed over two decades ago and was forced to stop touring back in 1994.

Maurice's brother, Verdine, is also a band member.

Thought Maurice hadn't toured with the band in more than twenty years, he still remained in all of the decisions regarding the band.