Marvin Gay Sr.
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Marvin Gay Sr. Net Worth

Marvin Gay Sr. was born on October 1, 1914 in Washington D.C. He is best known as the father and murderer of the famous recording artist Marvin Gaye. On April 1, 1984, Marvin Gay Sr. shot and killed his son following an argument between the two.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day October 1, 1914
Birth Place DC
Age 106 YEARS OLD
Died On Oct 10, 1998 (age 84)
Birth Sign Libra

💰 Net worth: $5 million (2024)

About

Best known as the father and murderer of recording Artist Marvin Gaye. He killed his son following an argument between the two on April 1, 1984.

Before Fame

According to his wife Alberta, his childhood was filled with violence, domestic abuse, and shootings in his family.

Trivia

As a preacher at a Pennsylvanian church, he impressed the congregation enough to be later named Bishop.

Family Life

He was married to Alberta Gay from 1935 until 1984 when they divorced.

Associated With

His son Marvin Gaye was a highly successful and Grammy Award winning singer.

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