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Clarence Carter, Singer of 'Patches' and 'Strokin,'' Dies at 90
The blind Southern soul star had two Top 10 hits and later battled pneumonia and sepsis after a Stage 4 prostate cancer diagnosis.
- Southern soul pioneer Clarence Carter died Wednesday night in hospice care near Atlanta, Georgia, at age 90. His death was confirmed Thursday by spokesman Bill Carpenter.
- The legendary singer had recently battled stage four prostate cancer, pneumonia, and sepsis. These health complications led to his death after a six-decade career.
- Recording his greatest hits at FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, Carter dominated charts with the 1970 Grammy-winning hit 'Patches.' He also became known for raunchy novelty tracks.
- Carter is survived by his son Clarence Carter Jr. and second son Herbert Deon Wilkerson. He was married to fellow soul singer Candi Staton in 1970, divorcing three years later.
- His career spanned six decades, continuing until his final single 'Danger Point' released in 2024. Fans and fellow musicians paid tribute online, celebrating his influence on American soul music.
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Soul icon Clarence Carter dead aged 90 after brutal health battle
The Grammy-winning singer behind Slip Away and cult favourite Strokin’ died following a battle with cancer and pneumonia, prompting an outpouring of tributes from fans revisiting the soundtrack of their youth.
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