Quick Info
| Profession | Singer, songwriter, musician |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 23/03/1953 |
| Age | 73 years |
| Birthplace | Chicago, Illinois, USA |
Latest News about Chaka Khan
31/01/2026
Chaka Khan received the Recording Academy's Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2026 Special Merit Awards during Grammy Week in Los Angeles. The honor recognized her decades of influence and artistic contributions across music genres, and she accepted the award at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre.[6][7]
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Bio/Wiki
| Birth Name | Yvette Marie Stevens |
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| Known For | Lead singer of Rufus and a successful solo career |
| Notable Awards | 11 Grammy Awards, Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award (2026) |
| Rock and Roll Hall of Fame | Inducted in 2023 with the Musical Excellence Award |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 1.63 m |
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Personal Life
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Spouse | Doug Rasheed |
Relationships & More
| Previous Marriages |
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Career
| Years Active | 1970s–present |
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| Highlights |
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| Discography Note | Has released 22 studio albums |
Social Media
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Born Yvette Marie Stevens | |
| 2. Has won 11 Grammy Awards and received 22 nominations | |
| 3. Has sold, streamed, and downloaded over 100 million units worldwide | |
| 4. Ten-time Grammy Award winner |