Role

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Performer

Country

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United States of America

Birth

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February 6, 1950 in Los Angeles, CA

Death

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December 31, 2015 in Los Angeles, CA

 

Natalie Cole was an American singer, songwriter, and performer who was born on February 6, 1950, in Los Angeles, California. She was the daughter of the legendary jazz singer Nat King Cole and his wife, Maria Hawkins Ellington. Natalie grew up in a musical family and was exposed to music from an early age. Her father was a major influence on her musical career, and she often accompanied him on tour. Natalie began her music career in the mid-1970s, and her first album, "Inseparable," was released in 1975. The album was a commercial success, and it earned her two Grammy Awards for Best New Artist and Best Female R&B Vocal Performance. Her second album, "Natalie," was released in 1976 and featured the hit single "Sophisticated Lady (She's a Different Lady)." In 1977, Natalie released her third album, "Unpredictable," which featured the hit single "I've Got Love on My Mind." The album was a critical and commercial success, and it earned her another Grammy Award for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance. Natalie continued to release successful albums throughout the 1980s, including "Don't Look Back" (1980), "Happy Love" (1981), and "I'm Ready" (1983). In 1987, Natalie released the album "Everlasting," which featured her cover of Bruce Springsteen's "Pink Cadillac." The song became a hit, and the album earned her another Grammy Award for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance. Natalie continued to release successful albums throughout the 1990s, including "Unforgettable... with Love" (1991), which was a tribute to her father and featured her singing duets with his recordings. The album was a commercial and critical success, and it earned her seven Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year and Record of the Year. In addition to her successful music career, Natalie also appeared in several films and television shows. She made her film debut in the 1978 film "Thank God It's Friday," and she also appeared in the films "The Big Bang" (1989) and "I'll Be Home for Christmas" (1998). She also appeared in several television shows, including "Touched by an Angel," "Grey's Anatomy," and "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit." Throughout her career, Natalie received numerous awards and honors for her contributions to music. In addition to her Grammy Awards, she was also honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1987. She was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2007, and she received the Ella Award from the Society of Singers in 2009. Natalie's music career was cut short when she passed away on December 31, 2015, at the age of 65. She had been battling health issues, including hepatitis C and kidney failure. Despite her health struggles, Natalie continued to perform and record music throughout her career, and she left behind a legacy as one of the most talented and influential musicians of her time.

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