Funk singer Marva Whitney has died at the age of 68. Nicknamed the 'Soul Sister #1' by her friend and collaborator James Brown, Whitney passed away over the weekend from complications related to pneumonia. A statement was released on the singer's Facebook fan page that read: "We're saddened to inform you that Soulsister #1 Marva Whitney passed away last night. She left us with a legacy that will shine forever. Please keep her family in your prayers." Whitney, whose real name is Marva Ann Manning, (more)...
- 12/24/2012
- by By Charlotte Grant-West
- Digital Spy
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