Obituary of James Brown

James Brown

James Brown (born on May 3rd, 1933 in Barnwell, South Carolina) was a Singer often referred to as "The Godfather of Soul". James Brown was recognized as one of the most influential figures in 20th-century popular music. James died on December 25, 2006 and his death was due to pneumonia.

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James Brown Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Brown, James
Common Name: James Brown
Birth Name: James Joseph Brown Jr.
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him/his
Birthplace: Barnwell, South Carolina, U.S.
Birth Date: May 03, 1933
Age: 73 (at death)
Also Known As: Jim, Jimmy
Category/Genre: Singer

Nationality: American
Spouse/Partner:
- Tommy Rae Brown (married 2002-2006, his death)
- Adrienne Rodriguez (married 1984-1996, her death)
- Deidre Jenkins (married 1970-divorced 1981)
- Velma Warren (married 1953-divorced 1969 divorced)
Father: Joseph Gardner Brown (1911–1993)
Mother: Susie (née Behling; 1917–2003)
Sons:
- James Brown II (born 11 June 2001)

Death Notice:

Date: December 25, 2006
Place: Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.
Cause of Death: Congestive heart failure (due to pneumonia)
Funeral Arrangements: Public memorial service at the Apollo Theater in New York City

Category Tags:

Singer American Born on May 3rd Born in 1933 Born in South Carolina Died in 2006 Died from Congestive heart failure

Quotable Quotes:

"I was reading the dictionary. I thought it was a poem about everything."

"We shall defend our island, whatever the cost may be, we shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds, we shall fight in the fields and in the streets, we shall fight in the hills; we shall never surrender."

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