As per our current Database, Big Mama Thornton has been died on Jul 25, 1984 (age 57).
When Big Mama Thornton die, Big Mama Thornton was 57 years old.
| Popular As | Big Mama Thornton |
| Occupation | Blues Singer |
| Age | 57 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
| Born | December 11, 1926 (Alabama) |
| Birthday | December 11 |
| Town/City | Alabama |
| Nationality | Alabama |
Big Mama Thornton’s zodiac sign is Sagittarius. According to astrologers, Sagittarius is curious and energetic, it is one of the biggest travelers among all zodiac signs. Their open mind and philosophical view motivates them to wander around the world in search of the meaning of life. Sagittarius is extrovert, optimistic and enthusiastic, and likes changes. Sagittarius-born are able to transform their thoughts into concrete actions and they will do anything to achieve their goals.
Big Mama Thornton was born in the Year of the Tiger. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Tiger are authoritative, self-possessed, have strong leadership qualities, are charming, ambitious, courageous, warm-hearted, highly seductive, moody, intense, and they’re ready to pounce at any time. Compatible with Horse or Dog.
American blues singer most widely remembered for her 1952 hit "Hound Dog," which became a huge hit for Elvis Presley three years later. She was nominated for six Blues Music Awards during her career and was inducted into both the Blues Hall of Fame and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
She quit school following the death of her mother and began working at a local tavern. She left home in 1940 and joined the Sammy Greens Hot Harlem Revue.
She became known for the subverting many of the gender expectations of her time, often donning clothes traditionally worn by men during her live performances.
Her birth name was Willie Mae Thornton. She was one of seven children born to a minister and a church singer.
Like "Hound Dog," her song "Ball 'N' Chain" was later made more famous by another singer, Janis Joplin.
