Born: James Joseph Brown May 3, 1933 Barnwell, South Carolina, U.S. Died: December 25, 2006 (aged 73) Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. Cause of death: Congestive heart failure, complicated by pneumonia Nationality: American Other names: James Brown and the Famous Flames Occupation: Singer songwriter dancer musician record producer bandleader Spouse(s): Tomi Rae Hynie (m. 2001; annulled 2004) Adrienne Rodriguez (m. 1984; d. 1996) Deidre Jenkins (m. 1970; div. 1981) Velma Warren (m. 1953; div. 1969) Children: 9, possibly 13 (see below) Genres: Funk soul rhythm and blues Instruments: Vocals organ drums harmonica guitar Years active: 1953–1988 1991–2006 Labels: Federal King Try Me Smash People Polydor Scotti Bros. Associated acts: The Famous Flames The J.B.`s The Dapps Bobby Byrd Lyn Collins Bobby Bennett Bootsy Collins Website: jamesbrown.com