Jackie Wilson

Rock Singer

Birthday June 9, 1934

Birth Sign Gemini

Birthplace Detroit, MI

DEATH DATE Jan 21, 1984 (49)

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About

Nicknamed Mr. Excitement, Wilson was a Grammy Hall of Fame and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee who helped R&B transition into soul.

Before Fame

He dropped out of high school at age fifteen and briefly competed as an amateur boxer.

Trivia

He had six #1 R&B hits, including "You Better Know It" and "Doggin' Around."

Family Life

He had seven children with his ex-wives Freda Hood and Harlean Harris.

Associated With

His second wife, Harlean Harris, was Sam Cooke's ex-girlfriend.

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