Bobby Bennett (The Famous Flames)

Bobby Bennett
Also known asBobby
Born(1938-06-27)June 27, 1938
Burlington, North Carolina, US
DiedJanuary 18, 2013(2013-01-18) (aged 74)
Maryland, United States
GenresSoul, R&B
Occupation(s)Singer, songwriter, choreographer, comedian, musician
Years active1958–2013
LabelsKing, Loma Records
Formerly ofJames Brown, Baby Lloyd Stallworth, The Famous Flames, Johnny Terry, Bobby Byrd, Bobby Bennett & The Dynamics

Robert J. Bennett (June 27, 1938 – January 18, 2013), better known as Bobby Bennett, was an American singer, songwriter, choreographer, comedian, and musician, noted for being a member of the vocal group The Famous Flames from 1958 to 1968. During his time in the group, he served as a singer, songwriter, instrumentalist, comedian, emcee and dancer in the James Brown Revue. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of The Famous Flames in 2012.