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Matthew Immediato8A5
• Born April 2nd, 1939 in Washington D.C.
• Gaye decided to change his last name by adding an "e" to the end. At once a sign of independence from his father and a response to those who had questioned his sexual identity.
• Gaye married twice. His first marriage was to Berry Gordy, Jr.'s sister, Anna Gordy, who was 17 years his senior. In October 1978, he married Janis, who was 17 years old when they met.
• Marvin attempted suicide by ingesting 1 ounce of cocaine in an hour. He died in April 1st, 1984 of gunshot wounds. His father shot him due to financial problems.
Gaye had three children. Marvin Pentz Gaye, III (b. 1965), Nona Marvisa, nicknamed "Pie" by her dad (born September 4, 1974) and Frankie "Bubby" Christian Gaye (born November 16, 1975).
In October 1978, he married Janis, who was 17 years old when they met. However, the marriage
dissolved within a year. After attempts at reconciliation, Janis
filed for divorce in 1979. The divorce was finalized in February
1981.
1. Where was Marvin Gaye Born?
• A. Washington D.C.
• B. Chicago, IL.
• C. Albany, NY
• D. Tampa, FL.
WRONG
• Marvin Gaye was NOT born there. He was born in Washington D.C.
• Marvin Gaye was born in Washington D.C. in 1939.
How many times was Marvin married?
• A. 1
• B. 2
• C. 3
• D. 4
WRONG.
• Marvin was married 2 times.
• Marvin was married 2 times.
When did Marvin Die?
• A. 2010
• B. 1984
• C. 1919
• D. 1440
WRONG
• Marvin died in 1984 due to gunshot wounds.
• Marvin died in 1984 due to gunshot wounds.
Why did Marvin change his last name from “Gay” to “Gaye”
• A. To show independence from his father
• B. To become more popular
• C. To escape a murderer
• D. To escape prison
WRONG
• Marvin changed his last name to show independence from his father.
Marvin changed his last name to show independence from his father.
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