The world of music is in mourning
Betty Davis died at 77. Everyone will always remember her for being there queen of funk and fusion, a genre that represents the perfect mix of jazz, rock, funk. The world of music is in mourning after the news of the death of singer and modelwho died on February 9, 2022. The news was given by a friend who remained close to her until the end.
Danielle Maya close friend of Betty Davis, wrote to Rolling Stone magazine to report the disappearance of her friend who died of natural causes at the age of 77, as also added by Amie Downs, director of communications for Allegheny County, where the woman lived.
Another friend of the singer, Connie Portishe wanted to remember it with these words:
It is with great sadness that I share the news of the death of Betty Davis, a multi-talented musical influence and pioneering rock star, singer, songwriter and fashion icon. Most importantly, Betty was a friend, aunt, niece, and beloved member of her Homestead, Pennsylvania community and the worldwide community of friends and fans. In a moment that has to be announced, we will pay tribute to her beautiful, bold and cheeky character of her. Today we appreciate her memory of her as the sweet, caring and thoughtful person that she was.
Betty Davis died at 77: career and marriage with Miles Davis
Betty Mabry, this is Betty Davis’ real name, was born in Durham on July 26, 1945 and died in Homestead on February 9, 2022. American funk and soul singer, she is also famous for being the second wife of Miles Davis. She is the one who pushed him to embrace rock.
Betty had grown up on her grandmother’s farm in North Carolina, where she was also born. In 1957, her father moved to Pittsburgh and the 12-year-old followed him with her family. At 16 she went to New York to study design at the Fashion Institute of Technology, then working as a model.
In the Big Apple the first encounters with great musicians such as Jimi Hendrix. She then married her in 1968 to Miles Davis after a year of engagement. The union lasts only 12 months, although she will deeply influence the man in his musical choices.
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