EDDIE LEVERT Wives, 7 Children & SONS SAD DEATHS

did you know Eddie Levert has seven children and not three as we always believe he is most proud of his two sons Gerald and Sean who died suddenly rather than the successful OJ's the legendary Eddie Levert singer knows what it means to be overwhelmed by tragedy Eddie Levert senior holds a prominent role as one of the original Founders and lead vocalists of the iconic r b Ensemble The OJ's recognized for his distinctive raspy voice and charismatic stage presence Eddie possessed a vocal range that encompasses Alto to second tenor with a remarkable career spanning over half a century Eddie Levert has amassed a wealth of experience and accomplishments solidifying his status as a veteran so if you're an Eddie Levert fan or simply curious about this Legend hit the like button and let's Dive In how was Eddie Levert early life like Eddie Levert was born on June 16 1942 in Bessemer Alabama his family relocated to Canton Ohio when he was eight years old where he went on to attend McKinley High School during this time he became actively involved in his church participating in the church choir and igniting his musical Journey how he joined into music Levert's musical inclination led him to team up with his childhood friend Walter Williams and the two started performing together as a gospel duo this experience in the church and early performances laid the foundation for his musical career influenced by a performance by Frankie Lyman and the teenagers Levert and Williams were inspired to create their own singing group taking their musical aspirations to the next level Levert and Williams gathered fellow students Bobby Massey William Powell and Billy Isles to establish their inaugural group known as the triumphs this marked the initial steps of what would eventually become the legendary R B group The OJ's how The OJ's dot was formed in 1960 the triumphs entered into a contract with King records leading to a transformation of the group's name into the mascots the following year the mascots embarked on recording their debut single miracles this initial release found success at the local level and caught the ear of prominent Cleveland disc jockey Eddie o'jay due to OJ's significant influence in managing and mentoring the group The triumphs made a decision to honor him by altering their name to the OJs serving as a tribute to the pivotal role he played in their Journey what are the biggest songs from the OJs The OJ's have released numerous hit songs throughout their career many of which achieved significant success on the charts some of their biggest and most iconic songs include One Love Train 1972 this song reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and became one of The OJ's signature hits Two For the Love of Money 1973 this track also became a major hit reaching number three on the billboard r b singles chart and number nine on the Billboard Hot 100. three used to be my girl 1978 peaking at number four on the Billboard Hot 100 and number one on the billboard r b singles chart this song became one of their most well-known hits 4. I love music 1975. this song reached number five on the Billboard Hot 100 and became another classic from the group 5. backstabbers 1972 this song reached number three on the billboard r b singles chart and number three on the Billboard Hot 100. 6. live in for the weekend 1976 peaking at number 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number eight on the billboard r b singles chart This Song Remains a fan favorite 7. darling darling baby sweet tender love 1976 this track reached number 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number two on the billboard r b singles chart 8. Sunshine 1977 another hit for the group reaching number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number five on the billboard r b singles chart 9. Stairway to Heaven 1975 this ballot was also well received reaching number 14 on the billboard r b singles chart 10. time to get down 1973 this song reached number one on the billboard r b singles chart these songs are just a selection of The OJ's chart topping hits that have left a lasting impact on the r b and Soul music landscape who was Eddie Levert married to Eddie Levert has been married two times with three children Martha Levert Martha Levert was born in 1942 and sadly she passed away on January 2nd 2020. she was the first spouse of Eddie Levert Martha married Eddie Levert in 1966 but their marriage eventually came to an end tragically Martha Levert experienced the devastating loss of both of her sons Gerald and Sean within the span of two years Gerald Levert passed away in 2006 at the age of 40 followed by the passing of Sean Levert in 2008 at the age of 39. at the time of her passing Martha Levert was 77 years old the news of her passing was confirmed by her granddaughter carlisia Levert who shared the news through an Instagram post where she expressed her love and appreciation for her grandmother Raquel Capleton Eddie Levert has been married to his wife Raquel Capleton since 2005. Raquel capelton is the mother of Ryan Levert she has played a crucial role in Eddie Levert's life providing essential support in helping him navigate the profound grief caused by the loss of his sons Raquel capelton has been instrumental in preserving Eddie Levert's Legacy in acting as a vital support system for him together they share a home along with their daughter creating a family environment that has helped them find Solace and strength in the face of challenges who are his children Gerald Levert he was born on July 13 1966 and passed away in 2006. he was renowned for his rich and Soulful vocal prowess as the son of Eddie Levert the lead singer of The OJ's he grew up steeped in the realm of music emerging into the Limelight during the late 1980s Gerald gained prominence as a member of the r b group Levert which comprised his brother Sean and friend Mark Gordon the ensemble's fusion of r b soul and pop genres produced hits such as Casanova and my forever love showcasing their distinctive harmonies and Gerald's emotive vocals as defining features following Levert's dissolution Gerald Levert embarked on a prosperous solo Journey a series of critically acclaimed albums underscored his velvety and heartfelt singing Style songs like baby hold on to me I'd give anything and Mr too damn good solidified his position as a luminary within contemporary r b his music served as a conduit for raw emotions delving into themes of Love human connections and personal challenges resonating deeply with his audience in addition to his solo career Gerald Levert collaborated with esteemed artists like Keith Sweat and close friend Johnny Gill forming the triumvirate LSG their collaborative album Levert sweat Gill 1997 generated hits like my body tragically his life was cut short on November 10 2006 at the age of 40 attributed to an accidental mixture of prescription and over-the-counter drugs Gerald's untimely passing cast a point in Shadow over the music world leaving a void in the hearts of devoted fans however his legacy is a gifted vocalist songwriter and producer endures as his contributions to the r b genre continue to motivate and shape artists to this day Sean Levert born on September 28 1968 and passed away in 2008. Sean Levert was a notable American singer recognized for his affiliation with the r b group Levert he held the distinction of being the son of Eddie Levert lead vocalist of The O'Jays and the younger sibling of Gerald Levert collaborating with his brother Gerald and their friend Mark Gordon Sean co-founded the group lover during the 1980s the trio Soulful and smooth R B sound propelled them to success yielding a collection of chart-topping hits Shawn's vocals marked by their Rich Timbre and versatile delivery played a pivotal role in crafting the group's unique Sonic identity Levert's music prominently featured their harmonies showcasing their adeptness at conveying heartfelt performances amid the group's accomplishments Sean Levert encountered personal difficulties over the course of his life confronting legal challenges and grappling with addiction he faced an arduous Journey unfortunately these struggles culminated in his untimely passing on March 30 2008 while serving a prison sentence for failing to pay ninety thousand dollars in child support Sean Levert tragically passed away at the age of 39. while incarcerated he experienced Health complications that necessitated his hospitalization and he was ultimately pronounced deceased the official cause of his passing was attributed to complications stemming from sarcoidosis a condition affecting the lungs and other organs despite the adversities he confronted Sean Levert's musical Legacy continues to endure as a testament to his talents and contributions Ryan Levert she is maturing into a graceful and captivating young woman astounding her father's admirers with how swiftly time has flown as the only daughter of Eddie Levert and his current wife Raquel Levert who wed in 2005. Ryan stands as a testament to the passage of time and growth she holds the distinction of being the youngest among their Collective brood of seven children Eddie Levert Jr he's Eddie's eldest son and his mother is Joyce Hogan little is known about Eddie Jr because he's the total opposite of his dad and his two brothers he doesn't enjoy the spotlight what we do know is that he's been his Pop's manager for many years though Candice eurydice and Sean they have entirely remained out of the spotlight compared to their late Brothers Gerald and Sean who pursued a career in the music industry but died way too young It is believed they are Eddie liver children from previous relationship when he separated from his first wife thank you for watching Remember to subscribe and hit the notification button see you on the next video

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Length: 10min 36sec (636 seconds)

Published: Mon Aug 28 2023