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Mahalia Jackson (Gospel Singer) - Age, Birthday, Bio, Facts, Family, Net Worth, Height & More

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Birthday
*** ,1911
Birthplace
Death day
January 27, 1972 (60 years old)
Zodiac Sign
Scorpio
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Celebrities born on October 26
Born in 1911
Born in New Orleans, Louisiana
Scorpio named Mahalia
Gospel Singers from Louisiana
Gospel Singers born in United States
60 years old celebrities
First name Mahalia
Mahalia Jackson
Mahalia Jackson is an American gospel singer, considered by many to be one of the most influential singers of the 20th century. With 40 years of career, Jackson has contributed significantly to the development and popularity. Turn gospel blues music in black churches across America. 22 million recordings and performances for integrated audiences and residents of concert halls around the world. The slave's niece, Jackson was born and raised in poverty in New Orleans. She found a home in her church, leading to a lifelong dedication and the sole purpose of conveying the word of God through song. She moved to Chicago as a teenager and joined the Johnson Singers, one of the earliest gospel groups. Jackson was heavily influenced by blues singer Bessie Smith, adapting her style to traditional Protestant hymns and contemporary songs.
Birth nameMahala Jackson
BornOctober 26, 1911, New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.
DiedJanuary 27, 1972, Evergreen Park, Illinois, U.S.
GenresGospel
Occupation(s)Singer
InstrumentsVocals
Years activec. 1928 – 1971
LabelsDecca, Apollo, Columbia
Associated actsThomas A. Dorsey, Albertina Walker, Robert Anderson, J. Robert Bradley, Brother John Sellers, Della Reese

About Mahalia Jackson

Mahalia Jackson
Mahalia Jackson

Gospel Singer Mahalia Jackson was born on October 26, 1911 in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States (She dies at the age of 60, on January 27, 1972).

Millions of people were inspired by gospel vocalists who released gold-certified albums. Her hits include"How I Got Over", which was nominated for a Grammy.

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Mahalia Jackson before becoming famous

Mahalia Jackson was born in the Zodiac sign Scorpio (The Scorpion), and 1911 is also the year of Pig (豬) in the Chinese Zodiac.

She began singing at Mount Mariah Baptist Church.

Achievement of Mahalia Jackson

Her song"Move On Up a Little Higher" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in the gospel category in 1998.

Mahalia Jackson's Family, Spouse, Dating and Relationship

In 1936, she married Isaac Hockenhull, and after their divorce in 1964, she married Sigmond Galloway.

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Pop Singer Harry Belafonte recognized her as a significant performer.

Harry Belafonte (1927 - 2023) (Pop Singer)
Harry Belafonte (1927 - 2023)

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Mahalia Jackson Income & Net worth

Mahalia Jackson's income mainly comes from the work that created her reputation: a gospel singer. Information about her net worth in 2024 is being updated as soon as possible by allfamous.org, you can contact to tell us Net Worth of the Mahalia Jackson.

Mahalia Jackson Height and Weight

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Latest information about Mahalia Jackson updated on March 09 2023.