Teddy Pendergrass remains one of the greatest R&B singers of the 20th century. He was the lead singer for “Harold Melvin and The Blue Notes” and was rocketed into fame in 1972, following the release of the hit single “If You Don’t Know Me By Now.
Teddy Pendergrass wife
Before his demise, the legend was married twice. His first marriage was to Karen Still, and his second was to Joan Williams. Joan appears to be in a good place, over a decade after Pendergrass’ death, and her Instagram posts are a testament.
Teddy Pendergrass children
Teddy Pendergrass II is the sibling born the same year as his sister, Tishia, and just months after his big sister, LaDonna.Teddy Pendergrass Investment Group, LLC, which he co-owns and runs, is a successful real estate investment firm that focuses on multi-family complexes.
Teddy Pendergrass parents
When Pendergrass was very young, his father left the family. As he grew older, his mother promised him that she would find his father so that they could meet. She fulfilled that promise, and Teddy met his father when he was 11 years old. Not long after, Jesse was stabbed to death on June 13, 1962, during an altercation with another man.
Teddy Pendergrass siblings
Pendergrass grew up in the impoverished section of North Philadelphia and often sang at church. He dreamed of being a pastor and got his wish when, at age 10, he was ordained a minister. Pendergrass also took up drums during this time and was a junior deacon of his church. He was the only child of Jesse and Ida Geraldine Pendergrass. Ida suffered six miscarriages before successfully giving birth to Teddy.
