Chaka Khan

Chaka Khan

72 · Born: Mar 23, 1953

Personal Details

Official Socials
BornMar 23, 1953 Great Lakes, Illinois, USA
Spouse
  • Doug Rasheed

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Jul 7, 2025 )
  • Richard Holland

    ( Aug 14, 1976 to Dec 2, 1980 )
  • Hassan Khan

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )

Biography

Chaka Khan, a renowned music artist and multifaceted actress, was born on a sunny day in March, precisely on the 23rd, 1953, in the picturesque town of Great Lakes, Illinois, United States of America.

Throughout her illustrious career, she has made a lasting impact on the entertainment industry, featuring in a wide range of critically acclaimed films, including the iconic 1980 comedy classic, The Blues Brothers, starring alongside John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd.

Her impressive filmography also boasts notable roles in Mission: Impossible III, a 2006 action-packed blockbuster, and Hollywood Homicide, a 2003 crime comedy-drama, alongside Harrison Ford and Josh Hartnett.

Beyond her acting talents, Chaka Khan has also made a name for herself as a powerful vocalist, known for her distinctive, soulful voice and energetic live performances.

In her personal life, she has been married twice previously, first to Richard Holland and then to Hassan Khan, before finding love again with her current husband, Doug Rasheed, whom she has been married to since 2001.

Career

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2020
The One and Only Ivan
The One and Only Ivan as Henrietta (voice)
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2019
Revival
Revival as Herodias
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2014
Beyond the Lights
Beyond the Lights as Chaka Khan
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2010
Phineas and Ferb
Phineas and Ferb as Chaka Khan (voice)
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2006
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2000
Globehunters
Globehunters as Marla (voice)
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1980
The Blues Brothers
The Blues Brothers as Choir Soloist
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2025
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2024
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2021
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2019
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2017
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2014
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2011
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2006
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2004
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2002
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2000
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1999
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1980
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1976