Age | 54 (age at death) |
Birthday | 5 March, 1956 |
Birthplace | Santa Monica, California, USA |
Died | 26 December, 2010 |
Place of Death | Pasadena, California, USA |
Height | 5' 3" (160 cm) |
Eye Color | Grey |
Hair Color | Brown - Light |
Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
Nationality | American |
Occupation | Singer |
Claim to Fame | such funk-infused 1980s hits as “I Need Your Lovin’” and “Lovergirl,” and for her distinctive soprano vocals, which caused many listeners to believe she was black |
Mary Christine Brockert (March 5, 1956 – December 26, 2010), known professionally as Teena Marie, was an American singer-songwriter, musician, composer, arranger, and producer. She was known by her childhood nickname Tina before taking the stage name Teena Marie and later acquired the nickname Lady Tee (sometimes spelled Lady T), given to her by her collaborator and friend, Rick James.