Denise Georgette Gordy is an American former film and television actress and singer.
11 Facts About Denise Gordy
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Denise Gordy is a niece of Motown founder Berry Gordy and the mother of actress Bianca Lawson.
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Denise Georgette Gordy was born in Detroit, Michigan, the daughter of George and Rosemary Gordy.
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Denise Gordy has several siblings, including a brother named George Gordy, Jr.
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Motown founder Berry Gordy is her uncle; Anna Gordy Gaye is her aunt.
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Denise Gordy has appeared in numerous television and theatrical features, beginning in 1972 with her role in Lady Sings the Blues as a dancer in the nightclub chorus.
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Denise Gordy contributed vocals to the soundtrack album for the film, recording the song "Let's Do It Again".
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Denise Gordy retired from acting, following her role in Toy Soldiers.
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Denise Gordy was married to actor Richard Lawson from December 31,1978 until 1989.
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Denise Gordy is the biological mother of Marvin Gaye III, who was born on November 17,1965, when she was a teenager.
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Denise Gordy agreed to give birth to the child because her aunt was unable to conceive.