Minnie Riperton & Maya Rudolph – Age 29

The tragic and sudden death of singer Minnie Riperton deprived us of her angelic voice, which we dearly miss. But Maya Rudolph, her daughter, must have borne the most significant loss, having just spent seven years with her. Although they look alike, Rudolph chose a different career in acting.

Honestly, could it have been technically possible for her to match her mother’s heavenly voice? We doubt it! Similar looks aside, both have had successful careers with the financial muscle to show for it. In Riperton’s case, earnings from her classic hit “Lovin’ You” alone were worth a fortune. In 2022, Rudolph appeared in “Big Mouth” and “Human Resources.”