Barry White

R&B Singer

Birthday September 12, 1944

Birth Sign Virgo

Birthplace Galveston, TX

DEATH DATE Jul 4, 2003 (58)

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About

Singer, composer, and songwriter who released the hit "Can't Get Enough of Your Love, Babe" and won three Grammy Awards.

Before Fame

He had a squeaky voice that deepened during adolescence, so much so that his mother cried tears of joy at her son's maturation.

Trivia

Allmusic.com credits him with being the first singer to play disco music before the 1970s disco era.

Family Life

He married Betty Smith on November 18, 1962. After their divorce in 1965, he married Glodean White on July 4, 1974. he was survived by five children.

Associated With

Marvin Gaye was an influence on his music.