Patti LaBelle (born Patricia Louise Holte, May 24, 1944) is a legendary American singer, songwriter, actress, and entrepreneur widely celebrated as the “Godmother of Soul.” Raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Labelle made history with the iconic No. 1 hit “Lady Marmalade” (1974), becoming one of the first Black female groups to headline arenas and appear on the cover of Rolling Stone. After the group disbanded in 1977, LaBelle launched a dominant solo career, scoring major hits including “If Only You Knew,” “New Attitude,” “Stir It Up,” “If You Asked Me To,” and the Grammy‑winning “On My Own” duet with Michael McDonald .
Over a career spanning seven decades, Patti LaBelle has sold 50+ million records worldwide, earned multiple Grammy Awards, and received honors including induction into the Grammy Hall of Fame, Apollo Theater Hall of Fame, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and placement on Rolling Stone’s list of the 100 Greatest Singers of All Time. Renowned for her explosive soprano range and emotional intensity, she remains one of the defining vocalists in soul and R&B history.
In 2026, Patti LaBelle continues touring as a central pillar of The Queens! 4 Legends. 1 Stage. tour, alongside Gladys Knight , Chaka Khan and Stephanie Mills.
Produced by the Black Promoters Collective, the tour celebrates Black musical excellence, legacy, and sisterhood across major U.S. markets.
