Etterlene DeBarge Biography

Etterlene Louise Abney, popularly known as Etterlene DeBarge, is an accomplished American gospel singer, songwriter, and matriarch of the American R&B/Soul vocal group DeBarge. She is also the author of Other Side of the Pain, which talked about her struggles in her marriage to her children’s father and also documented her children’s rise to fame as well as their struggles under the glare of the limelight.

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10 Quick Facts About Etterlene DeBarge

1. 1. Name: Etterlene DeBarge
   2. Age: 86 years
   3. Birthday: October 13
   4. Zodiac Sign: Libra
   5. Height: Average
   6. Nationality: American
   7. Occupation: Gospel Singer and Songwriter
   8. Marital Status: Married
   9. Salary: Under Review
   10. Net worth: $1 million – $5 million

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Etterlene DeBarge Age

Etterlene is 86 years old as of 2021, she was born Etterlene Louise Abney on October 13, 1935, in Royal Oak, Michigan, United States of America. She celebrates her birthday on October 13, every year and her birth sign is Libra.

Etterlene DeBarge Height

Etterlene stands at an average height. She appears to be quite tall in stature if her photos, relative to her surroundings, are anything to go by. However, details regarding her actual height and other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We will update this section when the information is available.

Etterlene DeBarge Weight

Etterlene has a moderate weight. She has not shared her weight with the public yet. Etterlene’s weight will be listed once we get it from a trustworthy source. Known for her beautiful smile and charming personality, Etterlene has brown eyes and her hair color is black. Her gorgeous eye color is one of her most striking features.

Etterlene DeBarge Family

Etterlene was born in Royal Oak, Michigan. She was one of twelve children and has a twin sister. As a child, her family moved to the Brewster-Douglass housing projects, located on the east side of Detroit. Some of her siblings are Phoebe Marshall, William Charles Abney Jr., Marjorie Brooks, Mamie Braden, Ernestine Allen, and Clara Hendricks.

Etterlene DeBarge Husband

In 1952, Etterlene met a former Army veteran named Robert DeBarge, Sr., a man of French and English descent from Cicero, Illinois. She and Robert DeBarge got married in 1953 settling in a predominantly black section of Detroit, where they had ten children. In 1972, the DeBarges moved to Grand Rapids, Michigan, where Etterlene’s brother, Bishop William Charles Abney, Jr., pastored Bethel Pentecostal Church.

Etterlene DeBarge George Rodriguez

In 1974, Etterlene divorced Robert DeBarge. She later got married for a second time. This time to George Rodriguez, a Puerto Rican, leading to the erroneous rumor that the DeBarge family was half-Hispanic.

Etterlene DeBarge Children

During her 21 year marriage to Robert DeBarge, Etterlene had ten children who are;

• Etterlene “Bunny” DeBarge (born March 10, 1955)
• Robert “Bobby” DeBarge, Jr. (March 5, 1956 – August 16, 1995); died of AIDS complications.

• Thomas “Tommy” DeBarge (born September 6, 1957)
• William “Randy” DeBarge (born August 6, 1958)

• Mark “Marty” DeBarge (born June 19, 1959)
• Eldra “El” DeBarge (born June 4, 1961)

• James DeBarge (born August 22, 1963)
• Jonathan Arthur “Chico” DeBarge (born June 23, 1966)

• Carol “Peaches” DeBarge (born June 5, 1969); fraternal twin of Darryl.
• Darryl “Young” DeBarge (born June 5, 1969); fraternal twin of Carol.

Grandchildren

Etterlene has many grandchildren. Some of her grandchildren are in the entertainment industry. They include:

• Adris DeBarge, daughter of El DeBarge. She is an executive assistant for producer Tracey Edmonds.
• Andrew DeBarge, son of Tommy DeBarge, was born on September 28, 1989, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. His debut album, Your Place, was released in 2008.

• Cheyanne DeBarge, daughter of Chico DeBarge, is an aspiring actress.
• Kristinia DeBarge, daughter of James DeBarge, was born on March 8, 1990, in California. She appeared on 2003’s American Idol spin-off American Juniors.

• Eldra Patrick DeBarge Jr., son of El Debarge.
• Bobby DeBarge III., son of the late Bobby DeBarge is an aspiring singer.
• Kyndall DeBarge Sands, daughter of El DeBarge. She is an actress, singer, and YouTube personality.

Etterlene DeBarge Net Worth

Etterlene’s net worth is estimated to be between $1 million and $5 million dollars (Approx) as of 2021. This includes her assets, money, and income. Her primary source of income is her career as a Gospel Singer. Through her various sources of income, she has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

Etterlene DeBarge Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Etterlene.

Etterlene DeBarge Wiki

• Full Names: Etterlene Louise Abney.
• Popular As: Etterlene DeBarge.
• Gender: Female.
• Occupation / Profession: Gospel Singer.
• Nationality: American.
• Race / Ethnicity: African-American.
• Religion: Christian.
• Sexual Orientation: Straight.

Etterlene DeBarge Birthday

• Age / How Old?: 86 Years Old.
• Zodiac Sign: Libra.
• Date of Birth: October 13, 1935.
• Place of Birth: Royal Oak, Michigan.
• Birthday: October 13th.

Etterlene DeBarge Body Measurements

• Body Measurements: Pending Update.
• Height / How Tall?: Average.
• Weight: Moderate.
• Eye Color: Brown.
• Hair Color: Black.
• Shoe Size: Pending Update.
• Dress Size: Pending Update.
• Breast Size: Pending Update.
• Waist Size: Pending Update.
• Hip Size: Pending Update.

Etterlene DeBarge Family and Relationship

• Father (Dad): Pending Update.
• Mother: Pending Update.
• Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): 11.
• Marital Status: Married.
• Husband/Spouse: Married to George Rodriguez.
• Dating / Boyfriend: Not Applicable.
• Children: Ten.

Etterlene DeBarge Net Worth and Salary

• Net Worth: $1 million and $5 million dollars (Approx) as of 2021.
• Salary: Pending Update.
• Source of Income: Career as a Gospel Singer.

Etterlene DeBarge Music Career

Etterlene is a religious woman. In 1991, with the help of her famous children, she released a gospel album, Back on Track, under the DeBarge Family moniker. Later in 2005, she released a second gospel album, A City Called Heaven. She currently lives in California.

Etterlene DeBarge Switch and DeBarge

In 1975, Etterlene’s children, Bobby, and Greg Williams left Grand Rapids to start the funk-soul band, Switch. Tommy later joined the band which first went by the moniker, First Class. The group’s debut album, yielding the hit “There’ll Never Be,” sold over one million copies and started the DeBarge musical dynasty. Later in 1979, Bunny, Marty, Randy, El, and James signed with Motown as the DeBarge’s. They released their debut album two years later under the guidance of Bobby and Tommy, who left Switch that year to begin mentoring their siblings. In 1992, the group, now known as DeBarge, found fame with the singles, “I Like It” and “All This Love.” They went on to make several more hit singles, such as “Time Will Reveal,” “Love Me in a Special Way” and “Rhythm of the Night,” reaching R&B superstardom by the mid-1980s. Their younger brother Chico became a solo success first with his 1986 dance-pop single, “Talk to Me,”. Later after a stint in prison, he made more soulful singles such as “Iggin’ Me” and “No Guarantees.” The youngest brother of them all, Darrell, released his first solo album in 2005 continuing on the DeBarge name as various members continued solo careers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Etterlene DeBarge

Who is Etterlene DeBarge?

Etterlene is an American gospel singer, songwriter, and matriarch of the American R&B/Soul vocal group DeBarge. She is also the author of Other Side of the Pain, which talked about her struggles in her marriage to her children’s father and also documented her children’s rise to fame as well as their struggles under the glare of the limelight.

How old is Etterlene DeBarge? 

Etterlene is an American national born on October 13, 1935, in Royal Oak, Michigan.

How tall is Etterlene DeBarge? 

Etterlene stands at an average height, she has not shared her height with the public. Her height will be listed once we have it from a credible source.

Is DeBarge married? 

In 1952, Etterlene met Robert DeBarge, Sr., a man of French and English descent from Cicero, Illinois. She and Robert DeBarge got married in 1953 settling in a predominantly black section of Detroit, where they had ten children. In 1974, Etterlene divorced Robert DeBarge. She later got married for a second time. This time to George Rodriguez, a Puerto Rican, leading to the erroneous rumor that the DeBarge family was half-Hispanic.

How much is DeBarge worth?

Etterlene has a net worth of $1 million and $5 million dollars (Approx) as of 2021. This amount has been accrued from her leading roles in the gospel ministry.

Where does DeBarge live?

Because of security reasons, Etterlene has not shared her precise location of residence. We will update this information if we get the location and images of her house.

Is DeBarge dead or alive? 

Etterlene is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of her being sick or having any health-related issues.

DeBarge Contacts

• Instagram: Pending Update.
• Twitter: Pending Update.
• Facebook: Pending Update.
• Youtube: Pending Update.
• Tiktok: Pending Update.
• Website: Pending Update.

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