Gladys Horton
American Singer with The Marvelettes
Born
Died
2011
15 years ago — 66 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Sang as a leading member of The Marvelettes, a Motown girl group formed in 1960. The group achieved significant commercial success during the 1960s. The hit single 'Please Mr. Postman' topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart, becoming the first record by a Motown group to reach number one. Contributed to the Motown sound with harmonies that influenced the girl group genre. After departing from the group, continued to perform and occasionally rejoined The Marvelettes for various reunions and shows. The group's legacy is remembered in the history of American popular music.
Sang 'Please Mr. Postman' with The Marvelettes
Contributed to the pioneering Motown sound
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