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White Maurice Biography
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Update at: Mar 13, 2026Maurice White — Public Profile
Born: December 19, 1941 • Memphis, Tennessee, United States
Overview
American musician, singer, drummer and founder of the band Earth, Wind & Fire (EW&F).
Biography
Maurice White began his career as a drummer with the Ramsey Lewis Trio before forming Earth, Wind & Fire in 1969. The group became one of the most influential funk/soul/jazz ensembles of the 1970s, celebrated for its horn‑driven sound and musical fusion. The band had a string of hits including Shining Star, That''s the Way of the World, September and After the Love Has Gone. He led EW&F for decades and helped the group earn multiple Grammys and a place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Key milestones
- Born December 19, 1941 in Memphis, Tennessee.
- Joined the Ramsey Lewis Trio as a drummer in the early 1960s.
- Founded Earth, Wind & Fire in 1969 (Chicago era; later based in Los Angeles).
- Hailed for blending R&B, funk, jazz and Africa-inspired sounds; major hits in the 1970s.
- Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (2000) as a member of EW&F.
- Passed away on February 4, 2016, in Los Angeles, California.
News
Since his passing, press coverage has focused on memorials and the enduring legacy of Earth, Wind & Fire. The band continues to honor Maurice White''s legacy through performances, reissues and continued touring led by remaining members such as Verdine White.
Social media
There are no verified personal social media accounts for Maurice White. Official social channels related to Earth, Wind & Fire exist and are managed by the band and management, providing news, releases and tour updates.
Recent projects and legacy
Earth, Wind & Fire has continued to release material and perform live, carrying forward Maurice White''s musical vision. The ensemble''s catalog remains influential, with ongoing reissues, new performances and tributes to the late founder.
Raj Yogas & Planetary Combinations
2 FOUNDDashas
VIMSHOTTARILife's planetary periods.
Numerology Profile
Chaldean Life Path 1 is the path of the Sun—independence, initiative, and leadership. It indicates self-made growth and lessons in confident direction.
Chaldean Destiny 7 indicates specialization, research, and spiritual intelligence. It supports analytics, strategy, deep study, and mastery through solitude.
Chaldean Soul 1 desires independence and self-respect. It seeks inner strength, autonomy, and the freedom to lead from within.
Chaldean Personality 6 appears caring, responsible, and protective. Others often see harmony-making and relationship commitment.
Kabbalah Number 9 reflects an inner spiritual code of compassion and completion. It supports service, forgiveness, and closing karmic cycles.
Birth Number 1 in Vedic Astrology: discover personality traits, career strengths, challenges, and remedies to harmonize destiny for a confident, purpose-driven life.
Life Events & Planetary Transits
Key events mapped against the active Dasha and planetary transits at the time.
