Ronnie DeVoe
American singer and producer in R&B group
Born
November 17th, 1967
57 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Born in 1967, a prominent figure in the R&B and hip-hop scene, gained fame as a member of the iconic group New Edition. The group's success included numerous hit albums and singles during the 1980s and 1990s, establishing a legacy in the music industry. DeVoe also participated in the formation of the group Bell Biv DeVoe, which produced the highly successful album 'Poison' in 1990. Contributions to the music industry continued through production work and collaborations with various artists.
Member of New Edition
Co-founder of Bell Biv DeVoe
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