Luther Vandross

== Info ==
Luther Vandross was a soul musician originally a backing musician for Chaka Khan, Diana Ross, Bette Midler, David Bowie, Barbara Streisand, Ben E. King, and Donna Summer. He suffered from diabetes and hypertension, which led to him suffering a stroke at age 54 which left him in a coma. He died in 2005. Also performed with Chic and Utopia as well as Stevie Wonder. Covered Frank Sinatra. Performed the National Anthem at Super Bowl XXXI. Covered Michael Jackson and Marvin Gaye. Rolling Stone Magazine labeled him one of the greatest singers of all time. Performed with Elton John and Teddy Pendergrass. Also performed with Aretha Franklin and Patti LaBelle. All of his albums have gone platinum except for I Know, which went gold. His Best of went triple platinum. One Night With You went gold. His Greatest Hits went platinum. The Essential went gold. The Ultimate went gold. His only Holiday album went platinum. His only live album was a hit. Numerous hit singles throughout his career. Soul Music Hall of Fame. Numerous honors, awards, and tributes. 
== Genres ==
Soul
Category:Soul
Category:Eighties
Category:Quiet Storm
Category:Saturday Night Live performers