Mahalia Jackson was an American gospel singer, widely considered one of the most influential vocalists of the 20th century. With a career spanning 40 years, Jackson was integral to the development and spread of gospel blues in black churches throughout the U.S.
In this article, we will dive into her personal life especially her family to know her husband, children, parents and siblings.
Mahalia Jackson husband
She was a divorcee as of her time of death. She was first married to Isaac Hockenhull. They were married from 1936 to 1941. She tied the knot with Sigmond Galloway in 1964. In 1967 they parted ways in divorce.
Mahalia Jackson children
She was not a mother as of her time of death. She has no biological child and did not adopt any child as well.
Mahalia Jackson parents
She is the daughter of Charity Jackson and John A. Jackson, Sr. Her father was a stevedore and weekend barber. Her parents were unmarried, a common arrangement among black women in New Orleans at the time. Her father lived elsewhere, never joining his partner as a parent.
Chaka Khan siblings
She is one of five children of her parents, hence, she has four siblings who have been identified as Yvonne Jackson, John A. Jackson, Jr., Wilmon Jackson, and Pearl Jackson.
