The Great Read: Patti LaBelle, the Doyenne of Philadelphia Soul

At 76, she is the embodiment of success, the personification of warmth and an artist who changed the landscape of American music.

nytimes.com Continue reading the main story November 30, 2020 Every weekday, we recommend one piece of exceptional writing from The Times — a narrative or essay that takes you someplace you might not expect to go. Photograph by Hank Willis Thomas and Deb Willis. Styled by Alex Harrington Patti LaBelle, the Doyenne of Philadelphia Soul At 76, she is the embodiment of success, the personification of warmth and an artist who changed the landscape of American music. By Mark Anthony Neal, Hank Willis Thomas, Deb Willis and Alex Harrington Continue reading the main story Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for top stories or great reads from The New York Times. To stop receiving these emails, unsubscribe or manage your email preferences. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018