The artist behind the 70s hit “Mr Big Stuff,” Jean Knight, has passed away at the age of 80 from natural causes, her family has confirmed.
The soul singer’s death on Wednesday was announced by her publicist in a statement from her family, which was circulating online and then verified by TMZ.
Knight rose to fame in the 1970s, reaching the number two spot on the Billboard Hot 100 with her smash hit song, along with other chart successes.
The statement read: ‘Jean Knight’s legacy is not just a musical one; it is a testament to the enduring love between an artist, her hometown, and the fans who adored her.’
