July 5, 2001: Ernie K-Doe, who scored a number one hit in 1961 with "Mother-In-Law", passed away at the age of 65…

 (February 22, 1936 - July 5, 2001)

Alan Toussaint

ERNIE-K-DOE, born Ernest Kador, Jr., was a rhythm and blues singer best known for his 1961 hit single, the Alan Toussaint penned "Mother-in-Law, " which went to #1 on the Billboard pop chart in the U.S.

R.I.P. ERNIE-K-DOE

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