(Father) and Etterlene (Mother) Q. My Grands are Representing!! I need pictures and videos of you all please help me post lots of them!!! I'm so proud of all 50+ of you!!!Robert Sr. Robert was four years older, in. "A white man with a black woman…we were a freak show. Etterlene DeBarge Music Career. 2. VIBE Article from 2007-The Rise and Fall of The Debarge Family (Very Sad!) Sade Adu; Jul 1, 2019; Celebrity News and Gossip; Replies 15 Views 3K. Like all of his siblings, he was born and raised on the East Side of Detroit, Michigan. See more of Etterlene Debarge's Talented Grandchildren on Facebook. I will. She earned as a singer, songwriter, and also an author. Questions still loom if Tiffany could be Janet Jackson’s daughter or if the singer had a child in the late 80s, and her former mother-in-law, Etterlene DeBarge, is on a quest for the truth. Visão geral Antecedentes. 1. The premiere of TV One’s “The Bobby DeBarge Story” is finally airing June 29, 2019 at 8 pm, so to celebrate, actors Roshon Fegan, Tyra Ferrell, Adrian Marcel, Blue Kimble and Big Boi chatted with us. DeBarge was born to Etterlene (née Abney) and Army soldier Robert DeBarge, Sr. Celebrity Facts. Etterlene Abney was 17 when she met the 21-year-old Army soldier Robert Debarge at a Detroit skating rink. , son of the late Bobby DeBarge is an aspiring singer. In several of DeBarge’s albums, she is listed as Etterlene Jordan and is sometimes referred to as either Etterlene Jordan-Knight or Etterlene DeBarge Knight. (deceased in 2009), a white man of French descent, and Etterlene DeBarge (née Abney), a black woman born in Michigan in 1935. Bobby had died years after the album was released and El was working as a solo artist. She lives in Michigan after moving from California. Also, according to one of the DeBarge siblings, Robert DeBarge Sr. He is the seventh out of ten siblings. Mixed feelings While I very much sympathize with Etterlene as a victim of a long, brutal marriage, I wanted to see that she at least acknowledged that the extreme violent upbringing of the children at the hands of their demonic father directly resulted in the substance abuse issues and promiscuous behavior in the majority of the DeBarge. Even before the Debarge came out in the 1980s they had two older brothers named Bobby and Tommy who were members in a music group named switch. Grand Rapids Press File Photo Family ties: Etterlene "Mama D" DeBarge jokes with her daughter Carol, aka "Peaches, " the youngest of her 10 children, during a lunch at One Trick Pony in Grand Rapids. Etterlene is related to Darrell E Debarge and Thomas Keith Debarge as well as 3 additional people. Jackson said that. Also, according to. Lonely without them. A City Called Heaven, her second gospel album, was released in 2005. if we walk away now we will all be home less . 3,546 likes · 1 talking about this. “I talk to my grandmother more than anyone else in the family. (1932–2009), a white American soldier of French and English descent born in Cicero, Illinois. Tags: debarge. and Etterlene Abney DeBarge. Etterlene DeBarge Switch and DeBarge On July 1, Bunny DeBarge, (born Etterlene DeBarge), released the newest volume in her book series, The Kept Ones, in which, according to her the book’s description, unselfishly leads the reader down memory lane with the ups and downs as well as the highs and lows of the entertainment industry. 1 85 votes. Hell yeah we need to talk about it. Bunny DeBarge's brother, James, and Janet eloped back in 1984. Lalah; Nov 30, 2019; 16 Replies; 3K Views; Dec 6, 2019. All ten siblings were born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, on the East Side. And. The DeBarge family had one more album, although El and Bobby weren’t on the album. Bobby DeBarge. Expand Tweet. El DeBarge's net worth explored. People been clowning Tiffany every since she appeared on GUHH. [Robert Louis DeBarge,. He met Etterlene Abney, who is African American, in Detroit, Michigan in the early 1950s. The "Kept Ones" by Etterlene "Bunny" DeBarge is a must read. The Debarge family was one of the most successful R&B groups of the late 1970's and 80s. Bobby DeBarge grew up in a family of 10 siblings and was the product of an interracial marriage that was frowned upon which. As a kid, DeBarge was raised in Detroit and Grand Rapids, Michigan. Switch II Courtesy Photo. #MamaDeBarge #EtterleneDeBarge #DeBarge"My Heart My Mind My Soul" by Etterlene DeBargeThe Matriarch of the Famed DeBarge FamilyDownload Mama D's book at: htt. Etterlene "Bunny" DeBarge. Tommy DeBarge, one of the co-founders of R&B band Switch and a member of the DeBarge family, has passed away at 64 years old. He is most recognized for. The Debarge family was one of the most successful R&B groups of the late 1970's and 80s. Ranking Graphs Discussion 0. August 16, 2019. JANET JACKSON’S EX-MOTHER-IN-LAW (ETTERLENE DEBARGE) CLAIMS SHE’S FOUND SINGER’S SECRET DAUGHTER. He has the same bone structure and smile. 2011 The DeBarge Family - Part 1? Dr. "Chico and the younger siblings, Bobby and Tommy, contributed vocals in a few DeBarge songs, though none of. John DeBarge's father, Arthur, was born in France and his mother Mary Blane West was from Indiana or Illinois (she was documented as being born in both states in varying censuses). 2019. Debarge’s mother was. She also has the same name of my evil ass grandma. Radar Online reports that Whyte is coming forward with the support of the DeBarge family. Music legend Janet Jackson may be ready to have a baby with current husband Wissam Al Mana, but according to James DeBarge, she allegedly had a baby more than 25 years ago that she let no one know about. So it is with the DeBarge family, from parents on down. Parents, Siblings, and Family. " His parents divorced when DeBarge was 13. Kids/Children Name: Adris DeBarge, El DeBarge Jr, Kendall Ferguson, Kennedy DeBarge & Tanen DeBarge. In an exclusive interview, Tiffany Whyte, 31, told Radar Online that DNA evidence proves she’s Janet Jackson’s secret love child. "Rhythm of the Night". The ____ singer took to Twitter to discredit the book titled, The Kept Ones: The Fame Years (Volume 2). SpartanLady2010. She authored a soon to be released book,. Hamilton is a beautiful and populous city located in Hamilton, Ohio U. They clicked right away. Dr. Etterlene Bunny DeBarge: Nationality: American: Date of Birth: 1955/3/15: Birth Country: USA: Birth Place: Grand Rapids: Horoscope: Pisces: Ethnicity: mixed: Father Name: Robert DeBarge Sr:. was born in Detroit to Etterlene (née Abney) and Robert DeBarge, Sr. 113, No. Jackson said that. Born Etterlene Abney on October 13, 1935 in Royal Oak, Michigan, she was one of twelve children and has a twin sister. He is best known for his work as member of 1980s Motown singing family group DeBarge. Born Etterlene Abney on October 13, 1935 in Royal Oak, Michigan, she was one of twelve children and has a twin sister. Etterlene DeBarge is the mother of Bobby DeBarge, a prominent singer and guitarist who died at the age of 39. I want to say on behalf of the whole DeBarge family we really appreciate all your prayers especially for our mother, Etterlene DeBarge, whose faith in God’s heavenly promises is unwavering 🙏. 2. Kristinia's mother's name is Christine McDonald. S. The eldest of the ten DeBarge children, Bunny's unique high and soulful soprano vocal style and love of writing began at a tender young age. home. "At first I didn't think he would like me, because I was so dark," Etterlene recalls. “Drugs happened,” mother Etterlene DeBarge told Atlanta Daily World of the musical family’s addiction. Bobby was in his early thirties at the time. also “sexually molested a lot of my brothers and sisters. He just couldn't deal with. Despite being the wife of the late Bobby DeBarge, Teri DeBarge has one of the most grounded and private lives. James joined the group a year later for their second album. His debut album, Your Place, was released in 2008. "At first I didn't think he would like me, because I was so dark," Etterlene recalls. Featured Threads; Recent Posts; Trending Topics; ConfessionalHe is the seventh child born to Robert DeBarge Sr. Sade Adu Well-Known Member. Celebrity Alley - Celebrity News and Gossip. William Randall Randy DeBarge (born August 6, 1958) is an American RBsoul singer and bass guitarist, best known for being one of the original members of the. Chico Debarge is an American R&B singer and songwriter of the influential Motown family of the Debarge group. 21, his brother El DeBarge confirmed on social media. They have gone on to develop a close. “There’ll Never Be” soared into the national Top 10, and they followed up with. 1902 in Indiana). El DeBarge. ” Check out the tense scene below showing. Bunny, El, Tommy, Chico, and James DeBarge all battled addiction for years. "A white man with a black woman…we were a freak show. In Love is the first and only solo album associated with singer Bunny DeBarge, singer formerly of the famed family group, DeBarge. and Etterlene DeBarge‘s 21-year marriage. El DeBarge is an American singer, songwriter, and musician. The marriage between Etterlene and George Rodriguez was Etterlene’s second marriage and had no effect on the. Jackson and DeBarge — a member of his family’s singing group, DeBarge, which had several hit songs in the 1980s — eloped in 1984 when she was 18 years old and he was 21. Etterlene "Bunny" DeBarge (born March 15, 1955) is an American soul singer–songwriter, best known as the lone female sibling of the Motown family group DeBarge. Uploaded on Aug 17, 2011 Etterlene DeBarge - RIP Bobby - YouTube Etterlene speaks about her son in his final. According to El DeBarge himself, the song was a tribute to his grandmother’s spirit, love, and kindness. DeBarge’s daughter states that the musician also had Covid-19 earlier this year. As they should. Etterlene Louise DeBarge–Rodriguez (born Etterlene Louise Abney; October 13, 1935) is an American Gospel singer, songwriter, and matriarch of the American R&B/ soul vocal group DeBarge. Bunny is focusing on her new album nowadays. So join us as we learn more about this musically gifted family while we rank the DeBarge siblings from oldest to youngest! 10. Debarge Family: The Next Generation tea/discussion Thread. 2. Etterlene DeBarge is the mother of the famous singer and musician Bobby DeBarge, who died at 39. Also, according to one of the DeBarge siblings, Robert DeBarge Sr. Their later father was white and their mother is black. 1959), Eldra. He is the brother of El, Bunny, and Mark DeBarge. According to. Ugh I just can stand Evil Debarge, so Kat for the win. We can all do better if we walk in truth, and he's an example of. 2009), a white man of French descent, and Etterlene DeBarge (née Abney), a black woman born in Michigan in 1935. The parents of James Debarge are Robert DeBarge, Sr. It saw limited success and stalled on the charts; the group felt it was not properly promoted. He was 39 years old. 2. (1932-2009) and Etterlene (Abney) DeBarge. Source: Maury Phillips / Getty. According to Etterlene, Robert was "insanely jealous" and "an extremely abusive father. Motown. Bobby DeBarge is the lead singer of the Motown R&B/soul vocal group Switch, He was widely known for his falsetto vocals. Teri DeBarge’s Husband Bobby DeBarge Information. Chico DeBarge is famous for making hits with his family members in the '80s. Vibe magazine's October issue features "Broken Dreams," an outstanding look into the widely chronicled trials and tribulations of the Grand Rapids, Michigan-bred siblings. John DeBarge's father, Arthur, was born in France and his mother Mary Blane West was from Indiana or Illinois (she was documented as being born in both states in varying censuses). The five musically gifted DeBarge siblings were second only to the Jacksons in terms of talent. DeBarge sang in his. DeBarge was born on October 13, 1935, in Royal Oak, Michigan, and has a zodiac sign of Libra. They include: Bobby DeBarge III, son of the late Bobby DeBarge, is an aspiring singer. The marriage lasted just a year, but since it ended, speculation has been rampant that Jackson gave birth to a baby girl 31 years ago. In terms of skill, the five musically brilliant DeBarge siblings were second only to the Jacksons. Debarge Family Tea Thread Part IV Discussion in 'STAN Fair' started by meekgurl, Jun 30, 2014. Etterlene Debarge in MyHeritage family trees (Lewis Ross family WebSite) view all 35 Immediate Family. Profession: Musician. His father and mother are Robert Louis DeBarge, Sr and Etterlene DeBarge, respectively. and Etterlene. She revealed during an Inside Edition interview that a DNA test found that there was a 96. 5 El DeBarge. Public figure. Janet Jackson had secret baby in the 80's, James DeBarge claims. [Robert Louis DeBarge, Sr. Eldra Patrick El DeBarge (born June 4, 1961) is an American singersongwriter, producer and musician. “When El got into drugs it just paralyzed him. Bunny DeBarge (March 15, 1955 – Present) Bunny DeBarge is the eldest and only female of the acclaimed DeBarge group at 67-years-old! She is the daughter of Etterlene and Robert DeBarge. ”. Chico DeBarge is a singer most notable for his ’80s hit “Talk to Me” as well as being the younger brother of the group DeBarge, a recording group composed of several members of the DeBarge family. He met Etterlene Abney, who is African American, in Detroit, Michigan in the early 1950s. Etterlene "Bunny" DeBarge (born March 15, 1955) is an American soul singer–songwriter, best known as the lone female sibling of the Motown family group DeBarge. He died of complications from an STD contracted in prison. A biopic about one of R&B’s most famous families is set to come out this summer. . They became famous for their. She is eldest among the ten siblings. Teri DeBarge was 15 years old when she met Bobby, according to the findings. Do you know anything about why Etterlene's family didn't seem to have called CPS sooner to get those kids away from that situation? Were they afraid that the kids would be taken in by the system?Etterlene Debarge's Talented Grandchildren. and Etterlene Abney instilled their love of music into their children, and Bobby grew up surrounded by it. Etterlene Debarge tHE PERSON WHO IS pOSTIN ON MY SON Mark's page is his disgruntled ex. Be sure to watch their Unsung and Ashley Says So video on the family for some better background info! F. 39 Years Old. During the 21 years of marriage of Robert and Etterlene, the duo was blessed with ten children. In 2018,. Bunny's book is more about her self than the whole family all together. DeBarge singles chronology. Dec 16, 2010 Ratings: +35,768 / 5,536 / -2,522. He met Etterlene Abney, who is African American, in Detroit, Michigan in the early 1950s. Speculation about a secret child began swirling as soon as James and Janet broke up. James DeBarge's parents are Etterlene DeBarge and Robert DeBarge Sr. Robert Louis DeBarge, Sr. Etterlene DeBarge was born on March 27, 1935, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, in the United States. Janae tells Drew a horrifying story of what her mother's addiction drove her to do. Her uncle is singer El DeBarge. That's why El tried to clean up what Bunny outed in the Vibe article when he interviewed w/ Ebony during Second Chance. Her brothers abused drugs, as did Bunny, who got pregnant by a boyfriend and also dropped out of school in 1972 to marry her first husband. is part of the next generation of DeBarge’s that is making music, along with Kristinia DeBarge (James’ daughter), Andrew DeBarge (Tommy’s son) and Eldra Debarge Jr. His father, Robert DeBarge Sr. Debarge consisted of brothers El, Randy, James, Mark, and sister Bunny. Born Etterlene Abney on October 13, 1935 in Royal Oak, Michigan, she was one of twelve children and has a twin sister. 1963 as the seventh child to Robert DeBarge Sr. The DeBarge family is all fucked up. $1 Million - $5 Million. Siblings Randy, Marty, Tommy, and Bunny DeBarge were reportedly dealing with alcohol and drug abuse during this time. still stuck in hotel. 3 References. “Drugs happened,” mother Etterlene DeBarge told Atlanta Daily World of the musical family’s addiction. She is the eldest child in a family of ten children. STAN Fair. He is Robert and Etterlene Abney DeBarge’s seventh child. As a kid, DeBarge was raised in Detroit and Grand Rapids, Michigan. If anyone believe that that means she wins. The R&B band DeBarge had plenty of hits during the 1980s, but as with so many bands made up of family members, band infighting and family drama caused them t. The results of the test concluded this woman had a 96. El DeBargeEtterlene DeBarge, the mother of Jackson's ex-husband James DeBarge, tells Inside Edition she thinks she's found the truth. Born on August 22, 1963, as the seventh child to Robert DeBarge Sr. com,Etterlene Debarge, Jame’s Debarge’s mother, and Tiffany completed DNA test that were a match! Tiffany got receipts. They married when. Mark is the father of six children. The R&B and soul music ensemble Debarge, named for their shared surname, comprises the children of Robert Louis DeBarge, Sr. The couple married in 1953 settling in a predominantly black section of Detroit, where they had ten children. from Chicago, Illinois,. Read MoreDeBarge (1979–1989) Etterlene DeBarge George Rodriguez. 3,564 likes · 1 talking about this. Etterlene "Mama" Abney DeBarge Rodriguez (born October 13, 1935) is a gospel singer, songwriter, and The 1988 arrest of Jonathan DeBarge marked the end of the DeBarge family's pop success. (March 5, 1956–August 16, 1995) :rose-dead: was an American musician and the lead singer of the popular 1970s Motown R&B group Switch. RT @MUTHAKNOWS: Now, Etterlene DeBarge, the mother of Janet's first husband James DeBarge, has turned that rumor on its head. She later married a second time, to George Rodriguez, a Puerto Rican , leading to the erroneous rumor that the DeBarge family was half- Hispanic . Etterlene and Tiffany knows good and damn well she ain't Janet and James's daughter yet they out here trying to continue on with this lie. As a big fan of the DeBarge family: Switch (Bobby and Tommy), DeBarges (Bunny, James, El, Mark, and Randy), and later Chico DeBarge, I have to admit that I often wondered what had happened to the family. He was 39 years old. DeBarge sang in his local church choir and played piano as a child. . Public Figure. She has an evaluated net worth is $300 thousand. Her book is a lot about how dysfunctional her home life was. Life and career Early life. 7 Re-release of their classic albums and usage of their music in film. 3 Success. Tiffany and Etterlene met last year and felt an “instant connection. Father of the Debarge Family | Lipstick Alley. The Debarge family was one of the most successful R&B groups of the 1980s. Born on June 4, 1961, El DeBarge is a native of Detroit, Michigan, and was one of the six children of Robert and Etterlene DeBarge. Nicole Walters. He spent his early years singing songs and playing the piano in his church choir. According to DeBarge, a young woman claiming to be the daughter of Jackson, 49, and Debarge recently reached out to. Right here at FameChain. Celebrity Facts. He passed away last year. The DeBarge singer got busted in. James. Bobby, El, James, and Tommy, the gangs all here! The Bobby DeBarge Story shares the story of this family’s rise to fame. Chico also sang and danced and was destined for great things, but the behind-the-scenes, family drama brought the entire family down. Etterlene DeBarge’s famous book ‘Other side of the Pain’. Bunny DeBarge Short Bio. El Debarge’s Parents are the most searched topic on the internet because many people are curious about the personal lives of their favorite celebrities. (1932–2009), an American soldier of French and English descent born in Cicero, Illinois, and Etterlene DeBarge (née Abney), a Black American gospel singer born in Royal Oak, Michigan in 1935. Where is DeBarge family from? Grand Rapids. She is the daughter of James DeBarge, of the singing sibling family group, DeBarge, famous in the 1980s. El DeBarge. etterlene debarge these people have my whole family stuck in hotels telling us to give up everything including our homes and life style they promise to pay all expenses and they did not but lelf us in a lot of debt . She is also the. 4 DeBarge (Bunny, Randy, Mark, El and James) 2. Vol. . They stayed together for 21 years. As a kid, DeBarge was raised in Detroit. DarlinNiki ‘The Bobby DeBarge Story’ Featuring Big Boi, Adrian Marcel & Lloyd Is Coming To TV One. El. Published on May 3, 2019. Give Etterlene part one and her truth and leave the remainder for Bunny and her brothers. [4] As a result, they revisited The DeBarges by including two songs on their subsequent recordings: "Queen of My Heart" was included on their third. Log In. Later, after his family moved to Grand Rapids, Michigan, he and the rest of his family began performing at their uncle's Pentecostal church. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. At the age of thirteen, his parents. The DeBarge Family thread was thread #2 of why I joined in Nov 2009 (the MJ Family pic thread was #3 and the thread outing Vixen was #1). Gospel singer Etterlene DeBarge gave her kids a lot of encouragement and helped them develop their skills. ISSN 0021-5996. Talking about her crazy husband. The Bobby DeBarge Story is a tragedy played out over a music industry landscape with flashes of greatness that the bright lights of fame and fortune could not save a tortured soul from years of family abuse and addiction. Source: blackpast. The Sylvers Family. DeBarge reportedly left Jackson alone in a hotel for three hours shortly after their wedding, based on Insider reporting. IMHO, leaving these details out downplays the significance of the stories that Bunny chose to convey. Bob got exiled from the family way before these cousins were ever thought of. Tags: debarge. 1 Who was Bobby DeBarge? Ans. Janae’s mother, Bunny Debarge is a daughter of Etterlene Abney and Robert Debarge. He started playing music at a young age and eventually formed the group Switch in the late 1970s with his brothers. Private. Tiffany appears to have the Debarge family joining her DNA quest. He is the oldest of Robert. Be sure to watch their Unsung and Ashley Says So video on the family for some better background info! F. Public Figure. Genealogy profile for Etterlene "Bunny" DeBarge. Published by Johnson Publishing Company. Etterlene DeBarge Children. Kristinia has inherited the family's talent for music -- grandmother Etterlene Louise DeBarge was a well-known Gospel singer -- and in 2003, at the age of 12, she entered the " American Idol" spin-off,. "Drugs happened," mother Etterlene DeBarge told Atlanta Daily World of the musical family's addiction. He had an unhappy childhood because of his father's abuse. They include Kristinia DeBarge , daughter of James, a singer who appeared on 2003's American Juniors followed up with a charting album ( Exposed ) and single (" Goodbye "). . His health took a turn for the worse, and he died in. The group had a number of hits, including “Rhythm of the Night” and “Who’s Johnny”. S. Mark Marty DeBarge (born June 19, 1959) is an American RBsoul singersongwriter, drummer, percussionist ,and plays all wind instruments, including the saxophone,flugalhorn,trumpet and flute. 1 Family background. Robert DeBarge Sr. El was born in Detroit, Michigan, the sixth child of Robert Louis DeBarge Sr. Thanks x 8; Aug 11, 2017 #1382. Etterlene, a religious woman, released a gospel CD titled Back on Track under the DeBarge Family alias with the support of her children. SWITCH Bobby DeBarge came up with his brother Tommy as part of the group Switch, but before that Bobby was part of Barry White’s background group,. A native of Detroit, Michigan, El was the sixth of 10 children born to Robert Louis DeBarge, Sr. Bunny DeBarge is the only family member we see Robert Sr. DeBarge Family Insists That Janet Jackson Love Child Exists. Biography Early years. (1932-2009) and Etterlene (née Abney) DeBarge. Bunny DeBarge, born on March 15, 1955, is a notable American singer-songwriter and a member of the famous musical group DeBarge. 2 habibti. Their mother is Black and their father is White. [3]Debarge Family Tea Thread Part IV Discussion in 'STAN Fair' started by meekgurl, Jun 30, 2014. 1. She also has the same name of my evil ass grandma. She is a singer-songwriter who was the lead vocalist of “A Dream”, single featured on the album ‘In a Special Way’. ; Etterlene "Bunny" DeBarge and 15 others; ;. As of 2000, DeBarge has worked with DJ Quik on such tracks as "Tha Divorce Song", as well as "Get Nekkid" by. Both Mama and Carol confronted Bunny about what happened to Carol. Robert Louis Bobby Jr. James. Joined Nov 18, 2014 Messages 17,755 Reactions 59,149 888 76. Genealogy for Robert DeBarge, II (1956 - 1995) family tree on Geni, with over 230 million profiles of ancestors and living relatives. 10,373 likes · 19,633 talking about this. Facts About Teri DeBarge’s husband, Bobby DeBarge. I find it a bit puzzling that “Robert Louis DeBarge” maiden name wasn’t made public. “Janet and I spent some time together back then, and it was obvious to. 1957), William Randall “Randy” DeBarge (b. Family members. When she was a child, her family moved to the Brewster-Douglass housing projects, located in the east side of Detroit. She is mostly known for her Autobiography. Text is available under the Creative Commons. Bunny DeBarge. DeBarge was the focal point and primary lead singer of the family group DeBarge throughout the early to mid1980s. Etterlene Louise DeBarge with her children and Family. In Love was released in 1987 on Motown Records and spawned only one single, "Save the Best for Me". Bobby DeBarge was a well-known American musician who was a part of the successful R&B combo DeBarge in the 1980s. " They were married in 1953, two weeks before he was shipped out overseas. Etterlene Lousie Abney : Relationship History: Yes: View . His parents had a turbulent marriage that included domestic abuse and child abuse on DeBarge’s father’s part. In 1952, she met a former Army veteran named Robert DeBarge, Sr. With his soulful voice, charismatic stage presence, and innovative musical style, DeBarge became a significant figure in the R&B and pop music scene. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. The DeBarges is the debut album of DeBarge, released by Gordy Records on April 6, 1981. Not much is known about her early life, but she is the daughter of James Debarge and has a younger sister named Kristinia Debarge. Robert and Etterlene have dozens of grandchildren, several of whom are involved in the entertainment industry. When she was a kid, her family moved to the Brewster-Douglass housing projects, located in the east side of Detroit. , was a gospel singer and his mother, Etterlene DeBarge, was a choir director. The couple was madly in love with one another. , and they had ten children together, all of whom inherited their parents’ musical talent. " "Lack of home training crosses all boundaries. “James told me that he got Janet pregnant when she was 18 in 1984,” Etterlene, a former gospel singer and matriarch of the famed DeBarge singing family, told the Enquirer. " Who's Holding Donna Now " (1985) " You Wear It Well " (1985) " The Heart Is Not So Smart " (1986) " You Wear It Well " is a 1985 song by DeBarge and is the third single from their fourth studio album Rhythm of the Night. He was born in a family of ten where he was the sixth born. When she was a child, her family moved to the Brewster-Douglass housing projects, located in the east side of Detroit. According to reports, the couple married on December 10, 1990, several years after dating in the mid-eighties. Genealogy for George Rodriguez (deceased) family tree on Geni, with over 230 million profiles of ancestors and living relatives. She lives in Michigan after moving from California. Robert Louis DeBarge married Etterlene Debarge, who has a twin sister name Ernestine Debarge. 39 Years Old. Celebrity Alley - Celebrity News and Gossip. Mama Etterlene DeBarge talking about MJ's Death: 'Mama D,' the DeBarge music family's matriarch, knows of Jackson family's pain | MLive. . In 1991, with the help of her famous children, she released a gospel album, Back on Track, under the DeBarge Family moniker. The DeBarge family relocated to Grand Rapids in the 1970s, after which Bobby began performing as part of various local bands. Also, according to one of the DeBarge. He is the son of Etterlene DeBarge and Robert Louis DeBarge, Sr. and Etterlene Abney DeBarge. Back in February Etterlene DeBarge, matriarch of the famous DeBarge family, claimed that Perri 'Pebbles' Reid and her son El DeBarge had a child together that neither of them claim [click here if you missed that]. DeBarge sang in his local church choir and played piano as a child. Bobby DeBarge was born on March 5, 1956, in Detroit, Michigan. ” That’s exactly why El DeBarge’s mother contacted us to tell her side of. , and they had ten children together, all of whom inherited their parents’ musical talent. in Detroit.