Gwen Gordy Fuqua

Gwen Gordy Fuqua
Birth nameGwendolyn Gordy
Born(1927-11-26)November 26, 1927
Detroit, Michigan, U.S.
DiedNovember 8, 1999(1999-11-08) (aged 71)
San Diego, California, U.S.
GenresR&B, soul
Occupation(s)Songwriter
composer
businesswoman
LabelsAnna, Tri-Phi, Harvey, Motown

Gwen Fuqua (born Gwendolyn Gordy; November 26, 1927 – November 8, 1999) was an American businesswoman, songwriter and composer, most notably writing hit songs such as "Lonely Teardrops", "All I Could Do Was Cry" and "Distant Lover". She acquired her full name after marrying Harvey Fuqua and kept the name after their divorce.