LaBelle and Luther Vandross had been friends for decades and the “Lady Marmalade” singer was even close with his family, and helped to take care of Vandross “’til the end.” But when CNN ...
formerly known as Patti LaBelle and The Bluebelles. The group was best known for the 1974 hit "Lady Marmalade." LaBelle launched her solo career with her self-titled debut studio album in 1977.