Real Name: Natalie Maria Cole
Date of Birth / Formation: February 6, 1950
Age / Status: Deceased (December 31, 2015, age 65)
Natalie Cole was an American singer, songwriter, and actress who achieved massive success in the 1970s and 80s. The daughter of jazz legend Nat King Cole, she successfully blended R&B, soul, and pop. In the late 1980s, she achieved a major career resurgence with hits like 'Pink Cadillac' and 'Miss You Like Crazy'. Her 1991 album 'Unforgettable... with Love', featuring a virtual duet with her father, was a massive multi-platinum success and won six Grammy Awards. Throughout her career, Cole won nine Grammy Awards and sold over 30 million records worldwide. Her exceptional vocal talent and ability to interpret various musical genres made her one of the most respected and influential artists of her generation.