Samuel Cook, known professionally as Sam Cooke, was an American singer and songwriter. Considered to be a pioneer and one of the most influential soul artists of all time. He was born on January 22, 1931, but sadly passed away on December 11, 1964, in Los Angeles, California, United States, aged, 33.
In this article, we will dive into his personal life to know more about his, especially, his family to know his wife, children, parents, and siblings.
Sam Cooke wife
Cooke was married twice. His first marriage was to singer-dancer Dolores Elizabeth Milligan Cook. They tied the knot in 1953; they divorced in 1958. In 1958, Cooke married his second wife, Barbara Campbell (1935–2021), in Chicago. They parted ways after the singer passed away.
Sam Cooke children
He is the father of three children – a son and two daughters who have been identified as Linda Womack, Vincent Cooke and Tracey Cooke.
Sam Cooke parents
He is the son of Rev. Charles Cook, a minister in the Church of Christ (Holiness), and his wife, Annie Mae.
Sam Cooke siblings
He is one of eight children of his parents. He has three sisters named Agnes Cook, Mary Cook, and Hattie Cook. Four brothers have been identified as L.C. Cooke, Charles Cook, Jr., Willie Cook, and David Cook.
