Marva Whitney

    Marva Whitney

    May 1, 1944 (80 years old) in Kansas City, Kansas, USA

    Marva Whitney (born Marva Ann Manning; May 1, 1944 – December 22, 2012) was an American funk singer commonly referred to by her honorary title, Soul Sister #1. Whitney was considered by many funk enthusiasts to be one of the "rawest" and "brassiest" music divas.

    Known For

    The Mike Douglas ShowThe Mike Douglas Show
    James Brown: Soul SurvivorJames Brown: Soul Survivor
    James Brown Live At The Boston Garden - April 5, 1968James Brown Live At The Boston Garden - April 5, 1968

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