Renowned singer, game show host and actor, Adam Wade died at the age of 87 in his house after battling the disease for a long time, know his obituary, wife and songs
Adam Wade, a stylish singer and actor who starred in films including Shaft, Crazy Joe, and Claudine before becoming famous for hosting game shows, has died in his home. When he passed away, he was 87 years old.
Actor And Game Show Host Adam Wade Cause Of Death, Obituary, Biography, Age, Wife, Songs And Net Worth
Today we mourn the passing of a music and television giant. Rest in peace, Adam Wade https://t.co/MaZs7MF9AV pic.twitter.com/EHsg38WCkY
— soultracks (@soultrackscom) July 9, 2022
RIP Adam Wade. (Our profile pic)
Wade was the first African-American TV game show host with "Musical Chairs" for CBS in 1975. He was an actor and singer who played/performed on several TV shows. Plus also a lab assistant w/ Dr. Jonas Salk for polio research. Wade was 87. pic.twitter.com/7Uq1ljua3o
— The Game Show Gospel (@gameshowgospel) July 8, 2022
His family made an official statement on his Facebook page informing people about his death It read:
It is with deep sadness that we inform you of the passing of our husband, father, brother, friend, Adam Wade.
It also added,
Arrangements are being made for his memorial and we will keep you updated; it is a great loss for everyone who knew and loved him. Please keep our family in your prayers.
Ever since the news about his death went public, lots of people including some renowned celebrities, are paying their heartfelt condolences to him on various social media platforms. He was discussed widely across all countries of the world. So, let’s find out more about him:
Who Was Adam Wade?
Adam Wade was a famous American singer, musician and actor who was recently been in the news because he died and left this world for his after-life journey.
Patrick Henry “Adam” Wade was born on March 17, 1935, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America. His father’s name was Henry Oliver Wade, Jr. and his mother’s name was Pauline Simpson. He was brought up by his grandparents in the East Liberty neighbourhood.
He attended Westinghouse High School and received his diploma in 1952. Wade enrolled in Virginia State University after graduating from high school but left after his sophomore year.
Wade married two times ad he had three kids. From 1956 to 1973, Wade was married to Kay A. Wade, his high school sweetheart. The couple had three children together and their names are Sheldon (Ramel) Wade, Patrice Johnson Wade, and Michael (Jamel) Wade.
After his divorce from his first wife, he married Jeree Wade in 1989, and the couple remained together until Wade’s passing.
At the time of his death, he was 87 years old and was living in Montclair, New Jersey, USA.
His Career
Wade started his recording career after serving as a lab assistant for Dr. Jonas Salk’s polio research team for a while.
He was compared to Johnny Mathis when he found fame in 1961 with the romantic songs “Take Good Care of Her,” “The Writing on the Wall,” which peaked at No. 5, and “As If I Didn’t Know.”
With the release of “Musical Chairs,” Wade became the first African-American to host a game show on television in 1975. He made multiple appearances in films categorised as “blaxploitation,” including “Gordon’s War” and many more.
Death Cause Of Adam Wade
At the age of 87, Wade passed away on July 7, 2022, following a long battle with Parkinson’s disease.
Net Worth Of Adam Wade
Adam Wade had a net worth of about $14 Million.