Background

CHARLES, Ray b. Ray Charles Robinson was born on September 23, 1930 in Albany, Georgia, United States. Son of late Bailey and Aretha Robinson.

Education

St. Augustine’s School, Orlando, Fla.

Career

Joined Lowell Fulsom’s Blues Band, toured for a year. Played at Apollo, Harlem. Formed group to accompany singer Ruth Brown.

Leader of Maxim Trio. With Atlantic; Commander des Arts et des Lettres 1986. Kennedy Center Honor 1986.

Connections

Married Della Charles.

Father:

late Bailey

Mother:

Aretha Robinson

Spouse:

Della