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Bonnie Raitt

(1949) Singer United States

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Bonnie Raitt celebrates how music can bridge genres, races, and classes, and she urges listeners to give themselves the same compassion they offer others. She talks about the power of creating personal happiness and balance, and she notes growing attention to unequal pay in entertainment. Her reflections feel grounded and hopeful.

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Bonnie Raitt is a singer from the United States, best known for The Best of Bonnie Raitt.

Quick Facts About Bonnie Raitt

Born
November 8, 1949
Nationality
United States
Profession
Singer
Notable works
The Best of Bonnie Raitt
Spouse
Michael O'Keefe

About Bonnie Raitt

She blends rock, blues, country and folk in her music and has worked as a session musician with artists such as Warren Zevon, Little Feat, Jackson Browne, the Pointer Sisters, John Prine and Leon Russell.

Awards & Honors

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame MusiCares Person of the Year Grammy Award for Album of the Year Grammy Award for Song of the Year Kennedy Center Honors Maple Blues Awards star on Hollywood Walk of Fame Americana Lifetime Achievement Award for Performance
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honorary doctor of the Berklee College of Music

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