Minnie Julia Riperton Rudolph, popularly known as Minnie Riperton was an American singer-songwriter best known for her 1975 single “Lovin’ You” and her four-octave D₃ to F♯₇ coloratura soprano range. She is also widely known for her use of the whistle register and has been referred to by the media as the “Queen of the Whistle Register.”
Riperton was married to songwriter and music producer Richard Rudolph from August 1970 until her death in July 1979. Together they have two children – Maya Rudolph and Marc Rudolph.
In this article, we will dive into the personal lives of her children to know more about them.
Minnie Riperton children: Meet Maya Rudolph, Marc Rudolph
Marc Rudolph is the first child and only son of the late singer. He is a music engineer who was born to his parents in 1968, hence, he is 55 years old.
Maya Rudolph on the other hand is the second child and on;y daughter of the late singer. She is a renowned actress who has been acting for a while now. She doubles as a comedian and singer. She is best known for her tenure as a cast member on the NBC sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live from 2000 to 2007.
She was born on July 27, 1972 (age 50 years), in Gainesville, Florida, United States.
