Gathers, Helen (1943–)

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Gathers, Helen (1943–)

American singer. Name variations: The Bobbettes. Born Mar 18, 1943, in New York, NY.

At about 12, began singing alto with The Bobbettes, which became the 1st female vocal group with #1 R&B hit and Top-10 hit on pop charts: "Mr. Lee" (1957); with The Bobbettes, toured with artists including Clyde McPhatter and Ruth Brown; left the group (1962). Other singles by The Bobbettes include "Have Mercy, Baby" (1960), "Dance With Me, Georgie" (1960), and "I Don't Like It Like That, Part 1" (1961).

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