Singer Teena Marie dead at 54
December 26th, 2010
08:43 PM ET

Singer Teena Marie dead at 54

Teena Marie, an award-winning singer-songwriter known for her R&B
performances, has died, her manager said Sunday. The performer was 54.

Marie was found dead by her daughter after apparently dying in her sleep,
manager Mike Gardner said.

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  1. Eric

    I grew up in Louisiana on Tina & Rick James music. Their "Old School" Funk is the best, and will be missed very much. They managed to blend romance with funk that enriched the mind. I will miss Tina's magical voice.
    Farewell with Love, Tina!

    December 26, 2010 at 9:19 pm | Report abuse |
  2. Reg W

    "I Need Your Loving" (extended version) will always be at the top of my playlist. Rest in peace "Vanilla Child" aka Lady T. You were awesome!

    December 26, 2010 at 9:20 pm | Report abuse |
  3. RStanley

    Devastated. She was truly one in a class all her own. So happy that I have seen her perform live many times. R.I.P Lady T!

    December 26, 2010 at 9:20 pm | Report abuse |
  4. Name*fhoward

    WHAT!

    December 26, 2010 at 9:20 pm | Report abuse |
  5. Maranda

    We lost a legend today. Teena Marie was "truly a great singing soul sister". I loved her dearly and will miss her. God bless her family and children. RIP Teena!!!

    December 26, 2010 at 9:20 pm | Report abuse |
  6. sunshine

    Omg!!!I am soooo heart broken,she was a great singer!!!May God be with her family!

    December 26, 2010 at 9:20 pm | Report abuse |
  7. Sebrina Brown

    Fire and Desire was her clasic.

    December 26, 2010 at 9:20 pm | Report abuse |
    • APS III

      "Fire &Desire"," deja Vu", "Happy", "I need your lovin", " Lover girl", "Portuguese love" , "Square Biz" , "Im just a sucker for your love"

      December 26, 2010 at 9:49 pm | Report abuse |
  8. Ms.McBride

    woooow I cant believe it R.I.P Ms. Teena Marie she was a very talented woman and she will defiantely be missed!!!!!

    December 26, 2010 at 9:20 pm | Report abuse |
  9. Dee-Jay

    I had tickets to her upcoming concert that she has been doing annually in Los Angeles featuring the Whispers and Keith Sweat, I am deeply saddened today.

    December 26, 2010 at 9:20 pm | Report abuse |
  10. RIP Teena Marie

    http://ripteenamarie.com - RIP Teena Marie, you will be missed!

    December 26, 2010 at 9:20 pm | Report abuse |
  11. Leah neal

    rip tina marie. you will live on in memory thur your music.

    December 26, 2010 at 9:20 pm | Report abuse |
  12. gladi

    I LOVE Gaga and Pink, don't be hatin'

    December 26, 2010 at 9:20 pm | Report abuse |
    • crazy

      glad,,, should be called ignorant this one does not know real music. Teena Marie is a true artist, her music came from her heart. I love Lady gaga but she could never take Lady T's place.

      December 26, 2010 at 9:41 pm | Report abuse |
    • crazy

      gladi,,, should be called ignorant this one does not know real music. Teena Marie is a true artist, her music came from her heart. I love Lady gaga but she could never take Lady T's place.

      December 26, 2010 at 10:04 pm | Report abuse |
  13. msneiccy

    Wow, I was just listening to- It Must Be Magic- Square Biz- Fire and Desire- Happy- all of her songs this week, Wow I've been here before. To God Be The Glory, tomorrow is not promised to any one, lets love one another, be thankful count your blessing instead of adding up your problems. I will miss you dearly.

    December 26, 2010 at 9:20 pm | Report abuse |
  14. GarTony

    Lady T was a heck of a singer. She will always be remembered and missed. Fire and Desire baby a Classic.

    December 26, 2010 at 9:21 pm | Report abuse |
  15. melvin poindexter

    One of the best. She will be missed.

    December 26, 2010 at 9:21 pm | Report abuse |
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