Jean Knight Audrey Caliste was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on January 26,1943.
13 Facts About Jean Knight
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Jean Knight recorded four singles, making a name for herself locally, but was not able to attract any national attention.
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In early 1970, Jean Knight was discovered by songwriter Ralph Williams, who wanted her to record some songs.
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Things changed in 1981, when Jean Knight met local producer Isaac Bolden, who signed her to his Soulin' label.
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In 1985, Jean Knight gained more recognition when she covered Rockin' Sidney's zydeco novelty hit, "My Toot Toot", and found herself in a chart battle with Denise LaSalle's version.
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Jean Knight was then given a chance to perform it on the TV variety show Solid Gold.
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The song became Jean Knight's only hit in South Africa, reaching No 3.
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Jean Knight continued to tour and make live performances, often with such artists as Gloria Gaynor.
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Jean Knight's song "Do Me" appeared on the 2007 Superbad soundtrack.
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Jean Knight was married at least twice and had at least one child.
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Jean Knight married Thomas Commedore and together they had a son.
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Jean Knight died at a hospital in Tampa, Florida, on November 22,2023, at the age of 80.
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Jean Knight loved cooking delicious Creole dishes for family and friends, celebrated Mardi Gras with several local krewes, and proudly served on the Louisiana Music Commission.