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Who Is Jean Knight?, Age, Height, Weight, Career, Family, Net Worth

Who Is Jean Knight?, Age, Height, Weight, Career, Family, Net Worth: American R&B and soul singer from New Orleans, Louisiana, Jean Knight has passed away.

She developed a passion for singing at a younger age, was consistent throughout her career, and became one of the most sought-after R&B and soul singers.

Jean Knight died at 80 on Wednesday, November 22, 2023. Family representative, Mona Giamanco confirmed in a statement that she died of natural causes at her home in Tampa, Florida.

Knight’s family also shared in a statement; “Jean Knight’s legacy is not just a musical one; it is a testament to the enduring love between an artist, her hometown, and the fans who adored her”

“Beyond touring, recording studios, Ms. Knight loved cooking delicious Creole dishes for family and friends, celebrated Mardi Gras with several local krewes, and proudly served on the Louisiana Music Commission”

“As we bid farewell to the iconic soulstress, New Orleans, and her global fan base join together for the indelible mark she left on the world”

“The family of Jean Knight kindly requests privacy during this difficult time and expresses heartfelt gratitude for the love and support from fans”

Born in New Orleans, Jean Knight began her professional career in the mid-1960s. She became a household name following the release of her 1971 hit single, “Mr. Big Stuff”.

The song reached No. 1 on Billboard’s R&B chart and No. 2 on the Billboard 200 pop chart. The success of the song earned Knight a Grammy nomination for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance in 1972.

The Grammy-nominated singer went on to record several more projects including; ones that featured songs “(Don’t Mess With) My Toot Toot” and “Bill” and later formed her own label, Comstar.

In 2007, Jean Knight was inducted into the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame. She also served on the Louisiana Music Commission

Jean Knight Age

Jean Knight was born on Monday, January 26, 1943, and passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2023. She was 80

Jean Knight Height & Weight

Jean Knight’s height and weight are currently unknown to us. However, looking at her images and videos online, the late singer had a great physique.

Jean Knight Family

Jean Knight was born to his parents in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States. Though she’s famous, we do not have any information (name, date of birth, age, and occupation) regarding her parents.

The late singer never shared any information regarding his siblings making it unknown to us whether or not the R&B and soul singer is the only child of his parents. There are no records about that.

It’s unclear whether Knight was engaged, married, or divorced at this time of writing. However, Jean Knight was married at least twice.

Her first marriage was to Thomas Commedore. As of this writing, we do not know when they met and when they tied the knot. It’s also unclear to us why they separated or divorced.

In the early 1970s, Knight was married to New Orleans longshoreman, Earl Harris.

Jean Knight had a son named, Emile Commedore. The late singer shares her child with her husband, Thomas Commedore. His date of birth, age, and occupation is currently unknown to us

Jean Knight Net Worth

Before Jean Knight died in November 2023, she had an estimated net worth of about $5 million. She accumulated such fortune from her career as a singer and performing artist.

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