Singer Marvin Gaye is shot to death by his father in his home in Arlington Heights
American singer and songwriter (1939–1984)
🗓️ April 1, 1984 • 📅 ACF Date: 19840401
Marvin Pentz Gaye Jr. was an American R&B and soul singer, songwriter, musician and record producer. Commonly referred to as the "Prince of Motown" and "Prince of Soul", he helped to shape the sound of Motown and soul music in the 1960s and 1970s. A cultural icon, Gaye is often considered one of the greatest singers and songwriters of all time.
