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Patricia Louise Holte-Edwards (born May 24, 1944), better known under the stage name, Patti LaBelle, is an American singer, author and actress who has spent over 50 years in the music industry. LaBelle spent 16 years as lead singer of Patti LaBelle and the Bluebelles, who changed their name to Labelle in the early 1970s and released the iconic disco song, “Lady Marmalade”.

• Birth name: Patricia Louise Holte
• Also known as: Patricia Edwards
• Born: May 24, 1944 (age 67)
• Origin: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
• Genres: R&B, pop, soft rock, gospel
• Occupations: Singer-songwriter, actress
• Years active: 1958–present
• Labels: Epic, Philadelphia Int’l, MCA, Def Soul Classics, Umbrella, Bungalo
• Associated acts: Labelle, Michael McDonald, Mary J. Blige
• Website: pattilabelle.com

Read more about Patti LaBelle at Wikipedia or at the Internet Movie Database

Aretha Franklin And Patti LaBelle Pay Tribute To Don Cornelius
Perez Hilton Gossip, 2012-02-01 22:20:09
Don Cornelius's passing has affected fans and celebs alike. Music legends Aretha Franklin and Patti LaBelle echo the condolences of fans of the Soul Train creator. Aretha said the following on his death: It's just so sad, stunning and downright shocking … a huge and momentous loss to the African-American ...

Patti LaBelle, Aretha Franklin, Terrence Howard, Spike Lee Attend 2012 BET Honors Jan. 14
Playbill Combined , 2012-01-14 05:00:00
Patti LaBelle, who was last seen on Broadway in Fela!, is among the performers at the fifth annual BET Honors, held Jan. 14 at the Warner Theater in Washington, DC.

Patti LaBelle, Aretha Franklin, Terrence Howard, Spike Lee and More Set for 2012 BET Honors
Playbill Combined , 2012-01-05 16:27:00
Patti LaBelle, who was last seen on Broadway in Fela!, will be among the performers at the fifth annual BET Honors, held Jan. 14 at the Warner Theater in Washington, DC.