The Emotions singer Pamela Hutchinson has died
She sang on their GRAMMY-winning hit 'Best Of My Love'
Pamela Hutchinson, a member of the American r’n’b group The Emotions, has died aged 61.
The Emotionos made an announcement on their official Facebook page, writing: “In loving memory, we are saddened to announce the passing of our sister, Pamela Rose Hutchinson, on Friday, September 18, 2020. Pam succumbed to health challenges that she'd been battling for several years. Now our beautiful sister will sing amongst the angels in heaven in perfect peace.
Pamela was the youngest sister to perform with the Chicago-hailing group, which also included Sheila, Wand and Jeanette Hutchinson among its varying line-ups.
She sang on their hit single ‘Best Of My Love’, which earned The Emotions the GRAMMY Award for Best R&B Vocal Performance by a Duo, Group or Chorus in 1977.
In their statement, The Emotions also wrote: “During this time, the family kindly asks for fans and friends to respect our privacy. We appreciate all kind words, photos, and videos you may want to post for our beloved Pamela and of course your loving prayers. A life so beautifully lived deserves to be beautifully remembered. We love you, Pamela!”