Patricia "Bonnie" Pointer, the second youngest member of the renowned soul/R&B group The Pointer Sisters, was born on July 11, 1950, in Oakland, California.
Born into a family with a strong musical heritage, Bonnie began singing in the choir of her father Reverend Elton Pointer's church. This early exposure to music would lay the foundation for her future success.
In 1969, Bonnie formed a duo with her younger sister June, known as Pointers, A Pair. The group's lineup would soon expand to include Anita Pointer in 1969 and Ruth Pointer in 1972, evolving into the iconic quartet that would bring them widespread recognition.
During her time with The Pointer Sisters, Bonnie recorded five albums, co-writing hits such as "How Long" and the 1974 Grammy Award-winning breakthrough hit "Fairytale". Her contributions to the group's success were undeniable.
In 1977, Bonnie decided to pursue a solo career, releasing her self-titled debut album in 1978. The album featured the disco song "Heaven Must Have Sent You", which peaked at #11 on the Billboard pop charts and was also featured on the soundtrack to the 1998 film "54".
Bonnie's subsequent albums, released in 1979 and 1984, showcased her continued growth as an artist. Her music has also been featured on various soundtracks, including the 1985 film "Heavenly Bodies", for which she sang the songs "Heaven" and "The Beast in Me".
Despite her success, Bonnie has also been known to reunite with her siblings. In 1994, she attended the ceremony for the unveiling of The Pointer Sisters' star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and in 1996, she joined her siblings onstage for a concert performance of "Jump (For My Love)" in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Bonnie continues to perform across the country, having appeared at several Gay Pride celebrations throughout the United States. In early 2008, she embarked on a concert tour of Europe, further solidifying her status as a talented and enduring artist.
