Ray Charles, the iconic musician, had children with several women throughout his life. Among the mothers of his children were Margie Hendrix, Mae Mosley Lyles, and Sandra Jean Betts.
Notable Mothers of Ray Charles's Children
Ray Charles's personal life included relationships that led to the birth of his children with these women:
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Margie Hendrix: A talented blues singer and a founding member of The Raelettes, Ray Charles's renowned backing vocal group. Their relationship spanned six years and resulted in the birth of their son, Charles Wayne, in 1959. Margie Hendrix was a significant figure in his professional and personal life.
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Mae Mosley Lyles: She had a daughter named Raenee with Ray Charles in 1961.
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Sandra Jean Betts: Their daughter is Sheila Raye Charles.
Overview of Ray Charles's Children and Their Mothers
To provide a clear overview, the following table summarizes the mothers mentioned and their respective children with Ray Charles:
| Mother's Name | Relationship Details | Child's Name | Birth Year |
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| Margie Hendrix | Notable blues singer, founding member of The Raelettes; six-year relationship | Charles Wayne | 1959 |
| Mae Mosley Lyles | Raenee | 1961 | |
| Sandra Jean Betts | Sheila Raye Charles |
This information highlights the individuals who had children with Ray Charles, acknowledging the various relationships he had throughout his life.
