Maurice White: Family, Spouse, Children, Dating, Net Worth, Nationality and More
Biography - A Short Wiki
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Maurice White was an American singer, record producer, songwriter, musician, and bandleader. He founded the band Earth, Wind, and Fire. He is also the brother of Verdine White. He was co-lead singer and songwriter of the band. He won seven Grammys in his lifetime.
Career Highlights
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Maurice was the star of the band Earth, water, and Fire. He formed the band and produced most of its albums. The band won numerous prestigious awards. As a producer, Maurice worked with many artists like Deniece Williams, the girl band “The Emotions,” jazz group “Urban Knights,” and another jazz band “Nojazz.” He has also co-written a song with Barry Manilow.
Family and Personal Life
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He wrote an Autobiography, Maurice white: My Life with Earth, Wind, and Fire. It released in 2016. He married Marilyn and survived by her. Together they have two sons and a daughter. He owned two housing properties, in caramel Valley and LA. His younger brother is still part of the band he founded. In 2016 he died in his sleep in his home in Los Angeles. He had Parkinson.
| Wife/Spouse (Name): | Marilyn White (m. 1970–2016) |
|---|---|
| Children/Kids | Yes (Kahbran White) |
| Boyfriend/Girlfriend (Dating) | N/A |
| Civil Status | Married |
Net Worth, Nationality and Other Facts
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| Full/Real Name | Maurice White |
|---|---|
| Gender (Biological) | Male |
| Age (as of today) | 82 years |
| Date of Birth | December 19, 1941 |
| Place of Birth | Memphis, Tennessee, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Height | 1.78 m, 5 feet 10 inches |
| Weight | 79 kg, 174 lbs |
| Net Worth / Wealth | $6 million |
| Occupation | Arranger, Musician, Record Producer, Singer, Songwriter |
Height, Weight, and Age
Maurice White's height is above average measuring 1.78 m. Boasting a weight of 79 kg. Being born on December 19, 1941, translates to an age of 82 years as of todays date (February 28, 2024).
Quotes
Earth, Wind & Fire was something new. I wanted to bring something innovative to the music. It was out of a desire to create excitement with music that was pleasurable to play and listen to.
Maurice White
With Parkinson’s, you do need more rest.
Maurice White
I don’t really listen to contemporary R&B with an ear for hearing my influence. Music is a spirit unto itself, and all of us musicians influence each other all along the chain.
Maurice White
We’ve been called the soundtrack of people’s lives. There have been lots of downs, of course but mostly ups. That EW&F is still clicking at least twenty years on and has a life of its own, that the songs have stayed alive – we’re like a good book that people go back to.
Maurice White
I started EWF because I had a vision, and music was playing in my head that I wanted to bring through. What I had in mind was exactly what Earth, Wind & Fire became.
Maurice White
