Gladys Knight Height, Age, Husband, Biography, Family, Affairs & More

Publish date: 2024-05-08

Gladys Knight (born May 28, 1944) is American Singer, Songwriter, and Musician from Georgia, USA. In addition to this, she is also an actress, businesswoman, and author. Her songs become popular during the 1960s era. She also formed Gladys Knights & the Pips. Her full real birth name is Gladys Maria Knight.

Gladys Knight American Singer, Actress, Author & Businessperson

Moreover, Gladys won the Grammy Award seven times. She made singles like “Every Beat of My Heart”, “I Feel a Song” and “Love Overboard”. Knight received Honorary Doctorate Degree from the Shawn University.

She involved her siblings Merald, William and Edward in her band. The maximum singles of her are in the Billboard Hot 100. On the other hand, Knight is in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. She sings the theme song of “Licence to Kill” movie. Meanwhile, the Rolling Magazine rates her in the top 100 singers list.

Gladys Knight National Anthem Controversy

However, Gladys criticized for her decision to sing the national anthem. Additionally, she has to perform in the Super Bowl match. A few people raise the issue of racial discrimination. Colin Kaepernick former NFL player also accuses her to sing the anthem.

Profile, Parents & Before Fame

Gladys Knight Wiki & Bio

The Award Winning Singer was born on 28th of May 1944 in Atlanta, Georgia (USA). Presently, Gladys Knight’s age is 78 years old (2019).

Furthermore, Merald Woodlow Knight Sr. is her father. He worked in the postal department. Gladys mother’s name is Sarah Elizabeth Knight.

She has three siblings in her family. One of them is her sister Brenda. Moreover, her two brothers are Merald Jr. and David. However, David decreased due to illness.

Personal Life, Boyfriend & Children

Gladys married four times. Furthermore, her first husband is James “Jimmy” Newman. She tied the knot at the age of 16. The couple has two children. Their names are James “Jimmy” Gaston Newman (son) and Kenya Newman (daughter).

Gladys Knight Husband & Personal Life

Her family abandoned James, as he is a drug addict. She files the divorce in 1973. Soon, she marries for the second time to Barry Hankerson. The pair shares a son named Shanga Hankerson.

They separated in 1979 fought for a custody battle of her son. Her boy child kidnapped at that time. In the year 1995, she becomes the wife of Les Brown (motivational speaker). Their marriage ended with the coming of 1997.

Meanwhile, Gladys addicted to gambling and lost $600,000. Still, Jimmy her elder son died due to heart failure in 1999. During the year 2001, she has married William McDowell.

Gladys Knight Age, Height & Weight

Wiki/Bio
Real Full Birth NameGladys Maria Knight.
Nick nameGladys.
ProfessionSinger, Songwriter, Businesswoman, Author & Actress.
In The News ForCriticised for singing national anthem in the Super Bowl match 2019.
Age (As of 2018)78 years old.
Date of Birth (DOB), BirthdayMay 28, 1944.
Birthplace/HometownAtlanta, Georgia, USA.
Popular Albums1. Neither One of US (1973).
2. Immgination (1973).
3. I Feel a song (1974).
4. Good Woman (1991).
NationalityAmerican.
Awards & Achievements1. Grammy Award Seven Times.
2. Essence Award (1995) for Career Achieivement.
3. National Black Arts Festival (2008).
4. Lifetime Award in the Soul Tain Music Awards (2011).
GenderFemale.
Sun Sign (Zodiac Sign)Gemini.
EthnicityAfro-American.
ReligionChristianity.
Current ResidenceAltanta, Georgia, USA.
Physical Statistics
Height (Tall)Feet & Inches: 5' 4".
Centimeters: 163 cm.
Meters: 1.63 m.
WeightKilograms: 60 Kg.
Pounds: 132 lbs.
Bra Size33B.
Body Measurements (Breast-waist-hips)34-24-35.
Shoe Size (US)8.
Tattoo details?Will Update.
Eye ColorBlack.
Hair ColorBlack.
Family
ParentsFather: Merald Woodlow Knight Sr.
Mother: Sarah Elizabeth Knight.
SiblingsBrother: David Knight & Merald Knight Jr.
Sister: Brenda Knight.
Famous RelativesGrandparents:
Uncle:
Aunt:
Personal Life Relationship
Marital StatusMarried.
Dating History?NA.
BoyfriendNot Known.
Husband/Spouse Name1. James “Jimmy” Newman.
2. Barry Hankerson.
3. Les Brown.
4. William McDowell.
SonJames “Jimmy” Gaston Newman & Shanga Hankerson.
DaughterKenya Newman.
Education
Highest QualificationHigh School Graduate.
SchoolHigh School, Atlanta.
College/ UniversityNot Known.
Hobbies & Favorite Things
Favorite CelebritiesActor: Robert Downey, Jr.
Actress: Jennifer Aniston.
Dream Holiday DestinationParis.
Favorite ColorBrown.
Love to doShopping and Singing.
Favorite FoodLemon Juice & Salad.
Wealth
Net worth (approx.)$28 Million US dollars (As of 2019).
Annual Income & EarningsUnder Review.
Contact Details
Office AddressNot Known
Home DetailsWill Update.
Mobile or Phone NumberN.A.
Email AddressNot found.
Official WebsiteNone.

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