Della Reese

Gospel Singer

Birthday July 6, 1931

Birth Sign Cancer

Birthplace Detroit, MI

DEATH DATE Nov 20, 2017 (86)

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About

Gospel singer and actress who played the role of Supervisor Tess on Touched by an Angel. She released songs like "Time After Time" and "I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm."

Before Fame

She got a chance at singing professionally with Mahalia Jackson's gospel group as a thirteen year old.

Trivia

She started her career as a jazz singer with "Don't You know?" before becoming famous for her television roles.

Family Life

She married Vermont Taliaferro in July 1951, Leroy Gray on December 28, 1959, and Franklin Lett on January 12, 1983. She had three sons, Franklin, James and Dominique, and a daughter, Deloreese.

Associated With

She was a really good friend of Marla Gibbs.

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Della Reese Highlights
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