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Who is Zuri Kye Edwards’s Father? Bio, Age, Family, Net Worth, Wife, Kids

Who is Zuri Kye Edwards’s Father? Bio, Age, Family, Net Worth, Wife, Kids

Facts of Zuri Kye Edwards

Full Name:Zuri Kye Edwards
Birth Date:July 17, 1973
Age:50 years
Gender:Male
Profession:Manager
Country:United States
Horoscope:Cancer
WifeLona Edwards
MarriedLona Edwards
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack
Birth PlacePhiladelphia, Pennsylvania
StatusMarried
CousinWilliam Holte and Stayce Holte
NationalityAmerican
EthnicityBlack
ReligionChristianity
FatherArmstead Edwards
MotherPatti LaBelle
SiblingsDodd Stocker–Edwards and Stanley Stocker–Edwards
KidsGia Edwards, Leyla Edwards, and Zuri Jr.
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Zuri Kye Edwards gained a wide spotlight as a son of an American singer Patti LaBelle. He is also famous for being a Talent Manager of his mother.

Who is Zuri Kye Edwards’s Father?

Zuri Kye Edwards opened his eyes to this beautiful world on 17 July 1973. He was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. As of 2024, he is 49 years old. He celebrates his birthday on the 17th of July every year. He is the son of Armstead Edwards (father) and Patti LaBelle (mother). Zuri’s father is a school teacher by profession whereas his mother is an American singer.

Zuri Kye Edwards with his mother
Caption: Zuri Kye Edwards with his mother (Photo: Pinterest)

Furthermore, he has been raised alongside his two adopted brothers. His brothers’ names are Dodd StockerEdwards and Stanley StockerEdwards. Zuri was only the biological son of his parents while Dodd and Stanley were the sons of their dead neighbor.

Likewise, Zuri has cousins named William Holte and Stayce Holte from his mother’s side. Similarly, he holds American citizenship while he belongs to black ethnic background.

Is Zuri Kye Edwards married to Lona Edwards?

Yes, Zuri is living a happy conjugal life. He is married to Lona Edwards. Likewise, they arranged their marriage as a secret wedding. Their marriage was attended by their friends and families.

Do Zuri Kye Edwards and Lona Edwards have children?

Yes, Zuri and Lona have three adorable children. His daughters’ names are Gia Edwards and Leyla Edwards. His son’s name is Zuri Jr.

Zuri Kye Edwards with his wife and daughter
Caption: Zuri Kye Edwards with his wife and daughters (Photo: Celebsuberb)

How much is Zuri’s Mother’s Net Worth?

Zuri’s mother Patti LaBelle net worth is $60 million. She earns this million amount from her professional career as an American singer. According to some online resources, an average salary of an American singer is $49,164 every year. Also, she must be earning the same amount from her profession.

Patti LeBelle with her car
Caption: Patti LeBelle with her car (Photo: Pinterest)

Who did Zuri Kye Edwards’s mother previously marry?

Zuri’s mother Patti LaBelle was married to Armstead Edwards. He is a school teacher by profession. Patti met Edward as he was her manager. At first, Edward proposed to Patti but she turned him down several times. Later, Patti herself asked Edward to marry her. The couple tied the wedding knot in the year 1969 in Maryland.

Patti LeBelle with her ex-husband
Caption: Patti LeBelle with her ex-husband (Photo: Country Living)

They have been together for almost three decades. Patti and Edward split in the year 2000. Patti told the reason for their separation in the interview that she and her husband separated after they both realized they couldn’t live together anymore.

What happened to Zuri Kye Edwards at the Airport?

At the airport in Texas Zuri filed a case against Richard King claiming that he was at a Houston Airport Terminal in November 2013. While Zuri was loading luggage into an SUV for a trip to a gig at a Louisiana Casino Richard King hit Zuri on the right side of his face after the man yelled racial slurs at his mother.

Patti has won two Grammy Award for Live One Night Only, and after a petition from her enormous fan base, she received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, located at 7000 Hollywood Blvd.

Did Patti LaBelle has formed a singing group?

In 1961, LaBelle with the assistance of additional females formed a singing group. The name of their singing group is the Blue Belles.

Professional Career of Zuri Kye Edwards

  • Zuri Kye Edwards is a celebrity child, manager, and bodyguard for his mother.
  • He has apparently produced a few songs in the interim.
  • Likewise, his mother is an American Singer.
  • Patti started her career as a part of the Ordettes in 1959.
  • In 1961, she formed a singing band named Bluebelles.
Patti LeBelle singing her song
Caption: Patti LeBelle singing her song (Photo: Instagram)
  • She began her career as a solo artist in the year 1983.
  • After leaving the singing band, she released her first hit album I’m in love again.
  • Patti is known as the Godmother of Soul Music.
  • Patti has won two Grammy Award For Live One Night Only.
  • Also, She received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
  • Some of her best-known hits are If Only You Knew, New Attitude, and Stir It Up.

FAQ of Zuri Kye Edwards

What is the nationality of Zuri Kye Edwards?

Zuri holds American citizenship as a nationality.

Which ethnic background does Zuri Kye Edwards belong to?

Zuri belongs to a black ethnic background.

What is Zuri Kye Edwards famous for?

Zuri Kye Edwards is famous as the son of an American singer Patti LaBelle.