David Eli Ruffin, sometimes known as Davis Eli Ruffin; born January 18, 1941; died June 1, 1991; was an American soul singer and musician best remembered for his time spent as one of the Temptations’ lead singers (1964–68), often known as the group’s “Classic Five” period. His lead vocals may be heard on well-known songs like “My Girl” and “Ain’t Too Proud to Beg.”
Ruffin, a tenor singer well-known for his distinct raspy and distressed vocals, was named one of the 100 greatest singers of all time by Rolling Stone magazine in 2008.
For his work with the Temptations, he was honored in 1989 by being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Marvin Gaye, a fellow Motown recording artist, once praised Ruffin by saying, “I heard [in his voice] a strength my voice lacked.”
What was David Ruffin’s net worth at the time of his death?
According to sources, as of mid-2016, she had a net worth of $2 million, the majority of which came from a prosperous career in the music business.
He is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and was named one of Rolling Stone magazine’s 100 Greatest Singers of All Time. The position of his fortune was guaranteed by all of these accomplishments.
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