Lynda Laurence
Lynda Laurence | |
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Lynda Laurence in 2024 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Lynda Tucker |
| Born | February 20, 1949 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Genres | |
| Occupation | Singer |
| Instrument | Vocals |
| Years active | 1969–present |
| Labels | Motown, Motorcity |
Lynda Laurence (also spelled Lawrence, born Lynda Tucker; February 20, 1949) is an American singer. The youngest daughter of Louise and Ira Tucker, a gospel songwriter, producer, and singer, Laurence's siblings are Sundray Tucker and Ira Tucker Jr.
Laurence is best known for being a part of two Motown acts: Stevie Wonder's backup group The Third Generation, and a member of the Supremes from April 1972 through October 1973, performing alongside lead singer Jean Terrell and founding member Mary Wilson, replacing Cindy Birdsong after her departure from the group.