Teena Marie Passes Away at 54
by Hilton Hater at .Teena Marie, a R&B singer best known hits such as "Lovergirl" and "I'm a Sucker for Your Love," has passed away. She was 54.
The Grammy-nominated artist was found dead yesterday in her Pasadena home by her daughter. Police say she most likely succumbed to natural causes.
Current stars have already reacted to this sudden death. Tweeted Diddy: "R.I.P Teena Marie. God Bless. Damn I just saw her the other day."
Mary J. Blige, meanwhile, added: "Rest in peace Teena Marie. My Love for u is forever." Our thoughts go out to this singer's friends and family.
Follow the jump for a recent interview with the singer and the music video for one of Teena Marie's best known hits, "Lovergirl" ...
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Comments (22 Total)
I am sitting here in tears....Teena, PHILLY is soooooo representing your life to where it's not even funny, ma. ; (......... (sniff).......... Soooo glad i was able to see you this summer (@ The Dell East,) tear ish up to SMITHERINES, note for note just as i expected..... Ima Celebrate your life everytime i play your music as i have for the past 30yrs. Rest Peacefully , Ma.
Lady T thank you for all the hours of listening pleasure you provided me in the 80s and beyond. I was so shocked to hear this sad, sad news. I believe your star shot straight to heaven. Thank you and may God rest your soul. Love, Ronda
@Irie Dee, Thank you for sharing your "up close" moments with Teena Marie from all those years ago. By all indications it was an experienced that you,and your daughter were blessed to have,that over time proved to be memorable. Again, thank you for sharing your Teena Marie story with all of us!!
To: The Brockert Family and Alia Rose, Thank you for all the years of sharing Teena Marie with her devoted fans, and audiences. As a multi-talented performer,she has left us with high notes of music that will always remind us of Teena Marie.
Kisses to u on your travels, Lady T! We love you, and while we mourn your passing, we all know you have gone to a better place... like the places you took us all to when you sang! Love lasts forever!