Gladys Knight's House

The "Empress of Soul" lives here with her husband, William McDowell. They purchased the 20-acre farm in 2007.


Gladys Knight is an American singer, songwriter, and actress best known for her work as the lead vocalist of Gladys Knight & the Pips. Formed in the 1950s with family members, the group achieved success in the 1960s and 1970s with hit singles such as “I Heard It Through the Grapevine,” “If I Were Your Woman,” and “Midnight Train to Georgia.” They recorded for labels including Motown and Buddah Records, earning multiple Grammy Awards before disbanding in 1989.

Following her work with the Pips, Knight pursued a solo career in music and acting, appearing in films, television shows, and stage productions. She has released several solo albums and continued to perform internationally. In addition to her musical career, Knight has been active in philanthropy, supporting various community and youth programs. She has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and recognized with numerous honors for her contributions to music.

Gladys Knight's net worth is $8 million.

Gladys Knight has been married four times, including marriages to record executive Barry Hankerson, and to motivational speaker Les Brown.