Jackie Wilson
Rock Singer

Jackie Wilson Net Worth

Jackie Wilson was an influential figure in the music industry, born on June 9, 1934 in Detroit, MI. He was known as "Mr. Excitement" and was inducted into both the Grammy Hall of Fame and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. He was a major contributor to the transition of R&B into soul music, and his influence is still felt today.
Jackie Wilson is a member of Rock Singer

Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day June 9, 1934
Birth Place Detroit, MI
Age 86 YEARS OLD
Died On Jan 21, 1984 (age 49)
Birth Sign Gemini

💰 Net worth: $8 Million (2024)

About

Nicknamed Mr. Excitement, Wilson was a Grammy Hall of Fame and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee who helped R&B transition into soul.

Before Fame

He dropped out of high school at age fifteen and briefly competed as an amateur boxer.

Trivia

He had six #1 R&B hits, including "You Better Know It" and "Doggin' Around."

Family Life

He had seven children with his ex-wives Freda Hood and Harlean Harris.

Associated With

His second wife, Harlean Harris, was Sam Cooke's ex-girlfriend.

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