Jimmy Ruffin - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

Born	May 07, 1939
Age	86
Birthplace	Collinsville, Mississippi, United States
Zodiac Sign	Taurus - (see also Jimmy Ruffin's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese Zodiac	Rabbit
Generation	Silent Generation
Known For	Singer of the hit single "What Becomes of the Brokenhearted" and other Motown soul classics.

Intro

Jimmy Ruffin was an American soul singer best known for his hit "What Becomes of the Brokenhearted". His emotionally powerful voice and enduring contributions to Motown in the 1960s made him a beloved figure in soul and R&B music.

Early Life & Background

Jimmy Ruffin was born in Collinsville, Mississippi. He was the older brother of David Ruffin of The Temptations. He developed an interest in singing from a young age, performing with his family gospel group, and later moved to Detroit, Michigan.

Career Highlights

Signed with Motown Records in the 1960s
Achieved international fame with the 1966 hit "What Becomes of the Brokenhearted"
Other notable hits include "I've Passed This Way Before" and "Gonna Give Her All the Love I've Got"
Had a successful career in both the U.S. and the UK, including several top 10 UK singles in the 1970s
Continued recording and touring into the 1980s

Trivia

Jimmy Ruffin was offered to join The Temptations but declined, recommending his brother David instead.
He relocated to the UK in the 1970s where he enjoyed a career resurgence.
His 1980 single "Hold On (To My Love)" became a top 10 hit in the US and UK, produced by Robin Gibb of the Bee Gees.

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