Mahalia Jackson’s Death – Cause and Date

The gospel singer Mahalia Jackson died at the age of 60. Here is all you want to know, and more!

Biography - A Short Wiki

Gospel singer who inspired millions of listeners and released many gold-certified albums. She released hits like “How I Got Over,” which won a Grammy Award.

She married Isaac Hockenhull in 1936, and, after their divorce in 1964, she married Sigmond Galloway.

How did Mahalia Jackson die?

Mahalia Jackson died at age 60 of a heart seizure on Jan 27, 1972, in Little Company of Mary Hospital in Evergreen Park, Ill., a Chicago suburb. She had been in poor health for several years.

Quotes

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“Everybody needs somebody.” (Mahalia Jackson)

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“When you sing gospel you have a feeling there is a cure for what’s wrong.” (Mahalia Jackson)

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“If you believe in God, He will open the windows of heaven and pour blessings upon you.” (Mahalia Jackson)

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“If you want me to sing this Christmas song with the feeling and the meaning, you better see if you can locate that check.” (Mahalia Jackson)

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“You’re blessed if you have the strength to work.” (Mahalia Jackson)