When Did Etta Die

Etta James, a pioneering US blues and soul singer who became a music legend with hits like “At Last” and “Tell Mama”, has died at the age of 73 from cancer.

How did Etta die?

Etta James, a pioneering US blues and soul singer who became a music legend with hits like “At Last” and “Tell Mama”, has died at the age of 73 from cancer.

Was Etta James Black or white?

*Etta James was born on this date in 1938. She was a Black singer. Born Jamesetta Hawkins in Los Angeles to 14-year-old Dorothy Hawkins. James’ father was white and has never been identified but James speculated that he was the pool player, Rudolf “Minnesota Fats” Wanderone.

Robert Thorne

Robert Thorne

Automotive & Future Transportation Editor

Robert Thorne covers electric vehicle innovations, autonomous driving systems, global mobility trends, and automotive engineering developments.

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