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Marvin Gaye

Historical Figure

Marvin Gaye

d. 1984

American singer and songwriter (1939–1984)

Late 20th Century

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Key Dates

Death

1984 April 1, 1984 →

Biography

Marvin Pentz Gaye Jr. was an American singer, songwriter, musician and record producer. Commonly referred to as the "Prince of Motown" and "Prince of Soul", he helped to shape the sound of Motown and soul music in the 1960s. A cultural icon, Gaye is often considered one of the greatest singers and songwriters of all time.

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Timeline

1939
Birth

American singer (d. 1984)

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1984
Death

American singer-songwriter (The Moonglows) (b. 1939)

April 1 →
1984
Event

Singer Marvin Gaye is shot to death by his father in his home in Arlington Heights, Los Angeles, California.

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