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Teddy Pendergrass

American singer (1950-2010) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 59

Theodore DeReese Pendergrass was an American soul and R&B singer and songwriter. He was born in Kingstree, South Carolina. Pendergrass lived most of his life in the Philadelphia area, and initially rose to musical fame as the lead singer of Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes.

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After leaving the group in 1976, Pendergrass launched a successful solo career under the Philadelphia International label, releasing five consecutive platinum albums.

Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1950 to 2010 · aged 59

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