Patti LaBelle

Patti LaBelle, born Patricia Holt on May 24, 1944 in Philadelphia, began her music career in the early '60s with the Bluebelles, later known as LaBelle. Over the years, she has achieved success in various genres including R&B, disco, and pop. LaBelle's solo career, which began in 1977, has produced 13 Top Ten R&B singles, including hits like "If Only You Knew" and "On My Own." She has also won Grammy Awards for her albums "Burnin'" (1991) and "Live! One Night Only" (1998) in the R&B field. In addition to her music career, LaBelle has ventured into acting and released a bestselling autobiography.

Throughout her career, LaBelle has collaborated with notable artists and producers, showcasing her vocal range and versatility. Her music has spanned from girl group pop to gospel and jazz, with successful albums like "The Gospel According to Patti LaBelle" (2006) and "Bel Hommage" (2017). LaBelle remains an active performer, actor, and entrepreneur, with a line of popular baked goods. Her contributions to the music industry have solidified her status as an enduring R&B legend with a career spanning over five decades.