Luther Vandross - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 20, 1951 |
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| Died | July 01, 2005 (age 54) |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Soulful R&B singing, hit songs such as 'Never Too Much', 'Dance with My Father', and his influence on contemporary pop and soul music. |
Intro
Luther Vandross was an American singer, songwriter, and record producer, known for his smooth, soulful voice and romantic ballads. He became one of the most influential R&B artists of the late 20th century.
Early Life & Background
Luther Vandross was born into a musical family in the Kips Bay neighborhood of Manhattan. His father died when he was eight, and he was greatly influenced by his mother and older sisters, who introduced him to a wide range of music. Vandross attended William Howard Taft High School in the Bronx.
Career Highlights
- Released debut album 'Never Too Much' in 1981; the title track became a top R&B hit.
- Won eight Grammy Awards, including Best Male R&B Vocal Performance four times.
- Collaborated with artists such as David Bowie, Aretha Franklin, and Mariah Carey.
- Achieved commercial and critical success with albums including 'Give Me the Reason', 'Power of Love', and 'Dance with My Father'.
Trivia
- Before his solo career, Vandross was a popular background vocalist and jingle singer.
- He suffered a stroke in 2003, which left him unable to walk or speak for a period.
- His song 'Dance with My Father' was written as a tribute to his late father and won the 2004 Grammy Award for Song of the Year.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Luther Vandross born?
Luther Vandross was born the 20 April 1951.
Where is Luther Vandross from?
New York City, New York, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About April 20th, 1951, in brief:
- Historical events: Romanian surgeon Dan Gavriliu achieved a groundbreaking medical milestone by successfully performing the first surgical reconstruction of a human organ, using a section of the stomach to bypass the esophagus. This innovative procedure represented a significant advancement in surgical techniques and medical understanding of organ reconstruction.
- Day of the week: April 20th, 1951 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waxing gibbous
- #1 US song: When You and I Were Young Maggie, Blues by Gary Crosby & Friend (Bing Crosby)
- Popular movie: The Pit of Loneliness directed by Jacqueline Audry
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