Albertina Walker

Albertina Walker
Walker in 2001
Walker in 2001
Background information
Birth nameAlbertina Walker
Also known asTina, Queen of Gospel Music
Born(1929-08-29)August 29, 1929
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
DiedOctober 8, 2010(2010-10-08) (aged 81)
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
GenresGospel
Occupation(s)Singer, composer, producer
InstrumentVocals
Years active1940–2010
LabelsMalaco Records
Savoy Records
Benson Records
Word Records
A&M Records
Scepter Records
Hob Records
Websitealbertinawalker.org

Albertina Walker ((1929-08-29)August 29, 1929 – (2010-10-08)October 8, 2010)[1] was an American gospel singer, songwriter and humanitarian.

  1. ^ Johnson, Carla K. (October 8, 2010). "'Queen of Gospel' Albertina Walker dies at age 81". Chicago Tribune. Archived from the original on October 25, 2012. Retrieved October 8, 2010.