Donna Summer passed away on May 17, 2012, of lung cancer.
On May 17, 2012, Disco legend Donna Summer passed away in Naples, Florida, at the age of 63 after battling lung cancer. Her death marked the end of an era and was mourned worldwide, with heartfelt tributes reflecting her profound impact on the music industry. Attributing her lung cancer to inhaling toxic dust from the September 11 attacks, Summer was known for her reluctance to share her illness publicly. Nevertheless, her legacy as a pioneering force in disco music continues to thrive.