Celebrity Underrated - The Florence Ballard Story

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[@cinnamonspice4389]

Keep up doing your best work my friend.

[@Kikyolover9]

Thank you so much for doing this and I was wondering if you could do one on singer Sylvester?

[@MichOfg1123]

🙏🏾

[@kortneyharris4096]

Do melvin edmonds of after 7 that will be a good story

[@kortneyharris4096]

Inxs michael hutchence that a good story

[@marvinwhittaker1320]

Florence Ballard is the real reason why The Supremes got together, and she put the group together.

[@4074092899]

I'm young and she passed 20 years before I was born. But I took a strong liking to her I did so much research on her. My heart breaks knowing how her life ended. My heart aches for her. She'll never be forgotten. I love you so much Ms Ballard.

[@larhondaburchett3271]

Same here! For some reason I'm fascinated with the whole Motown era. I think it's bcuz I grew up listening to them. My Dad had ALLLLLL their albums! The Supremes, The Vandellas, The Temptations, etc. But there was something about Ms. Ballard that touched me. Her story was so tragic. Have u seen the videos with her daughters? It's on KZbin.

[@jayhendricks67]

I Love Flo and Mary if Flo would have held out like Mary told her to Jean Terrell would have taken Diana's place and they wouldn't have missed a Beat

[@4074092899]

@@jayhendricks67 well you know what? I'm infatuated with her. My heart aches so bad and I never met this woman and it hurts even more because I never will. (But never say never)

[@donaldtramp3861]

I feel the same way about Travon Martine RIP to all! I love you Travon❤️❤️❤️

[@Nokzima]

I like her much better than Diana Ross. Her was definitely stronger and soulful... Yeah I looked up a lot of information about her as well. Very sad she was the most talented and most underrated.😰

[@binkyfaith]

Florence was so pretty😞

[@rucianapollard4057]

Yes she was!!

[@Full-time247]

❤

[@Jari788]

Agreed she was the queen

[@mariaflores3219]

RIP Florence, Fantastic singer beautiful we miss you, A legend🙏🙏🙏

[@homehere9817]

She didn’t look big at all in any of these pics!! She didn’t even need to loose weight from what I can see here!! Rip Queen!

[@bradlatimoreakasugarbear2311]

To Ms. Home Here, She Still Fine To Me! & You Are Too!

[@kayshawnsimmons6822]

Mental manipulation

[@bradlatimoreakasugarbear2311]

Hey Honey😘 Ms Homes

[@rioboy13]

THANK YOU!!!! Miss Flo had a fine figure, she was a REAL WOMAN, curves and beautifully built.

[@bradlatimoreakasugarbear2311]

I Wish We Could Meet!😉, Ms Homes!

[@shakiriarichardson7322]

I think Flo never got over that rape and them not getting her help and rushing her back to work was too much for her Rest In Peace to her

[@Shelly6969]

they didn't have the resources for victims of rape sexual assault and molestation back then and mental health and counseling services to help her cope and be able to have a good life if they did she would be here today they didn't even have resources for domestic violence victims that's why Francine Hughes did what she did which led to the book and movie The Burning Bed

[@shakiriarichardson7322]

@@Shelly6969 understandable I get it now

[@Shelly6969]

@@shakiriarichardson7322 yes they need more services and resources for victims of rape molestation sexual assault and domestic violence to help them out i was a victim of domestic violence but I was lucky to get out because of my family also mental health resources should be available

[@christienelson1437]

They would have blamed her and her chances for a good marriage would have been poor. I doubt the football star got into any trouble over the incident. God Bless her for she must have lived in fear.🙏🙏🙏💕

[@lindawatts5731]

It's sad to see how many of these stars were raped or abused by black men. Women really didn't have much say in them days, people would just turn a blind eye. What's even worse watching KZbin channel Viral Crimes how many black women are getting killed due to Domestic violence, we need to do better.

[@craigdavis5407]

Motown did Miss Ballard real dirty man.

[@PrimordialBeing360]

Motown exploited all of their artists.

[@graemetaylor1765]

I've always thought Florence was badly treated but didn't realise it was that bad!! God bless RIP 🌹🌹she was brilliant!! 🌼

[@deloreswillis9224]

Amen🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@ayanagray3853]

Is it me or Florence Ballard and Tammy Terrell had it hard in their days. I feel so bad. These women just wanted respect and love

[@Tiajones333]

Yes

[@blazinbadzulanetwork2066]

Omg . Yessss😢😣

[@Irene-qe5hu]

Absolutely!

[@SwisherGutsLLC]

A lot of women in the industry had it hard during that time, it’s insane!!

[@timmy841212]

@Ken Zeleny She died in her SUBURBAN HOME in Detroit’s middle class. 😒

[@msladylibra8373]

I clicked on so fast when i saw this it was a shame the way life went for Florence Ballatd 😞

[@johnjohn76]

Great Job. Don’t forget to mention also that Berry Gordy utilized “payola” nation wide to DJs NOT to play Florence Ballard’s record when she went solo. Berry IMO was something else he’s not the hero ppl make him out to be. He did this amongst other things to literally destroy Flo personally and professionally. In an interview years ago on Flo. A friend of hers said that she wholeheartedly believes Flo died of a broken heart 💔. Smh.

[@oluhamilton2121]

Here's the thing. If you can generate PAPER, it creates a layer of IMMUNITY in the public and the media. The ELITES DGaFFFFFF!

[@stacynels4]

I agree Miss Flo Died of a broken heart....

[@sparx180]

johnjohn76 Berry did Flo dirty.

[@catspaw3092]

Yeah, Gordy got too big for his britches he really thought he was the big an on campus he was a real piece of work no doubt Florence wasn't the only person he screwed over. He wouldn't dare show up at her funeral himself because he knew everyone would tear him to pieces.

[@rogerfournier6410]

Florence died of a broken heart, she was defamed by manager Berry for many years.

[@beardifull462]

The music get's me every time

[@undergroundretail]

Right. It’s kind of scary.

[@ladarin95]

It’s peaceful after awhile even tho it’s eerie

[@kuntrytuff]

😳

[@ashleylove3379]

Lol

[@mindyourmess4386]

Something about her death never sat right with me. You've touched on a few Motown artists, you might as well go ahead and do a Motown Series we need one on Mary Wells.

[@kayshawnsimmons6822]

I'm here for a Motown series 👀🍿☕

[@valvacious2793]

Mind - I read Florence was writing a tell all book about the dirty secrets of Motown. Maybe they killed her by injecting her with a substance.

[@Kikyolover9]

I agree

[@Blackoleander623]

I want to know way more about this case. And can you imagine the amount of secrets we don’t know about this already wicked Industry

[@mindyourmess4386]

@@valvacious2793 it seems like all the people coming out with a tell all book, mysteriously pass away. Jermaine Stewart, Kim Porter, Florence Ballard, and the list goes on

[@Keshia.means.GreatJoy]

Flo was the real queen of the Supremes. Her voice wad beatiful..she had to deal with so many unfair cards in life💝 R.I.P Florence Ballard

[@monicamclean8609]

Florence Ballard had a very powerful voice rest in peace

[@edglebennett6312]

That's life!

[@804smiles]

Facts but it goes 2 show that if u may not fit perfectly into their vision of what they think a female should look like ya talent might not matter as a black queen smdh its sad!

[@edglebennett6312]

@@804smiles I'm sorry. I didn't understand a word you said, come on.

[@Chloeceegaming..7253]

@@edglebennett6312 I understood everything he said. He is right! That is exactly what happened to Flo..

[@lorrainethomas1984]

Thank You!!! Omg I Love Her! She deserved so much more 💖

[@DHolla-cg6wb]

A biopic is long overdue for them!!

[@jaesease4738]

Florence was the Real Queen of The Supremes!! I hate how they did her. May she forever rest is peace. ❤️🙏🏽

[@LEGENDPantherJennings]

Ik

[@grahamsimpson4084]

No she was not

[@deventdaniel8052]

@@grahamsimpson4084 bye

[@deventdaniel8052]

I agree

[@stacynels4]

@@grahamsimpson4084 Yes She Was!

[@homiedclown1885]

Brother we need a Tammy Terrell and Ottis Redding. Good job as usual.

[@verainchargeofthegirlswalk6167]

Its already been done

[@Tameekarose]

Yess

[@Beth5171]

Yes!!! Tammy had a short but exciting life. Great talent

[@Beth5171]

@RedWarrior600 AVGCP Very true!! Sadly underrated

[@meekam5083]

He already did both artists

[@dezerismith7529]

She was so pretty and died so young, rest in Love Florence Ballard.

[@georginahawcroft8044]

Florence Ballard was very natural beauty I loved her smile and she had the best voice x

[@lillianmunster4734]

I agree 💯 pretty face, great voice, she smiled alot...a beautiful smile Awesome!! Missing ya Flo (Blondie).SIP

[@Heavenlyyyyyyyy]

Florence was gorgeous. A true talented black woman. Thank you for uploading this one in particular. Shout out to j.hudson for acknowledging her!👑👑

[@jaysinger9941]

On February 8th,2021, we lost the great Mary Wilson. She is now reunited with Florence, her son Rafael who died in a car accident in 1994,and all of the other Motown artists that are no longer with us.

[@nunyabidness3363]

Please they are not reunited

[@beelove708]

I always thought it was some mess around her death. Especially a heart attack out of nowhere at 32 years old. That didn't make any sense to me. Now hearing she was about to sue Barry Gordy, it ALL makes sense to me now. RIP Florence Ballard. She was a real one.

[@divinewilliams3055]

and would have been interesting to see what she had written in her book which vanished

[@edglebennett6312]

Berry Gordy. Florence was an alcoholic and didn't take care of herself and she had a thug for a Husband who didn't have her best interest for her. I'm sure Flo had a little of catatonic depression going on due to her being raped, it's such a sad story.

[@edglebennett6312]

It's too sad. I wish things had worked out better for her.

[@GullahGeecheeGeno]

What are u talking about??? Ppl have heart attacks "out of no where" everyday so I dont see how it doesn't make any sense to you and on top of that she was a drinker.....

[@edglebennett6312]

Thank you!!!!!

[@genevamccormick9441]

Yesss finally florence ballard... Thank you!!

[@Midnightdarkness-jr2yz]

Florence ballard deserved so much more. The industry failed her🥺

[@0Lu.Lu0]

Her "own people" failed her.

[@donalddavis6689]

What The Celebrities Should Do Are To Go Support.Mrs. Florence Ballard Daughters And See How They're Doing? 2023

[@sparksup327]

"When Flo from The Supremes died, Diana Ross cried, many ppl say that she was laughing inside"-Nas...

[@thepeculiar1128]

*Blunt Ashes

[@sparksup327]

@@thepeculiar1128 Yessir. Classic

[@kayshawnsimmons6822]

Danm, I can believe it too

[@sparksup327]

@@kayshawnsimmons6822 Nas was spittin some shit on that track

[@therealmarlonbellamy]

Chris Webber produced that

[@ResilientBeing1987]

Mary Wilson's best book about The Supremes is called Dreamgirl and Supreme Faith: My Life as a Supreme. One of the best books I've ever read.

[@dbrown9495]

Yes, those were two darn good books!

[@Moonewitch]

Mary. 💔💔💔

[@donalddavis6689]

I Had The Book!! Back In The Day!! Mary Wilson Book.. ( Dream Girl - My Life As A Supreme ).. That Book Tells You Everything From Day One To Florence Ballard Being Mistreated - To Cindy Birdsong 🐦 Leaving Patti LaBelle And The Bluebells - Joining The Group - The Supremes.. That Mary Wilson Had To Write ✍ And Tell The World 🌎 About.. Not Trying To Take Nothing From Diana Ross!! But The Truth Are The Truth ⚖ ⚖.

[@WestsidePiFF]

Thanks! I will definitely read that.

[@imannonymous7707]

Good book

[@jerryblair4106]

Florence my favorite Surpreme what a talent we miss you a legend RIP.

[@oldieseras5539]

Florence you will always be remembered and never forgotten ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@lillianmunster4734]

AMEN

[@deloreswillis9224]

Amen!!!!!!

[@awesomestar7597]

Flo would’ve been the lead in the 90s because of her looks and her soulful voice. They need a biopic about her asap

[@LM-he7eb]

She’d have done well in the 80s & 90s. This was around the time Whitney was appreciated. She’d have been appreciated too

[@joshuadurham1257]

Yes she did

[@jamberry8026]

Berry Gordy paid the dj's to not play her records.

[@MichOfg1123]

One of my favorite channels

[@empresserica]

Mine too. He does a great job and is a great researcher.

[@MichOfg1123]

empressericaL couldn’t agree more

[@msladylibra8373]

Mine too

[@Gjoshfreeman]

Needless to say Florence Ballard will always be remembered ,I'm 33 years old and I grew up listening to the Supremes, legendary group that broke barriers and made history.... RIP to the beautiful and iconic Florence Ballard❣️❣️

[@Mobjodymoe]

So the effie character was inspired by Florence! I never knew that R.I.P to a Legend

[@honeydip1985]

Right, I had to put two and two together. I was like oh okay Dream Girls was based off of them. I kind of knew, but then again I was like naw it isn’t about them.

[@tyliekinc.]

The movie Dreamgirls Jamie Foxx as Curtis based on Berry Gordy, Beyoncé as Deena, Jennifer Hudson as Effie, Anika as Lorrell, The movie is basically a story about Berry, Diana, Flo & Mary but with name changes

[@tyliekinc.]

Kevin B. Saunders I wish that happened to Florence in real life like how Effie got her act together & made a comeback in the 2006 movie

[@Mobjodymoe]

@ I would say "Purposely" ! Both Jennifer Holiday & Hudson were big girls with powerful voices. In the story of the Supremes Barry claimed Flo was getting heavy, so it all makes sense now.

[@alexandradillard2077]

Yes. Jennifer Holiday was upset with Jennifer Hudson for thanking, and paying tribute to, Florence Ballard. Watch her Unsung.

[@LuvScorpio]

5'7" 195 lbs was actually big back then. People were a lot smaller back in the day. Flo's story always touched my heart just like Tammi Terrell's. I've never cared for Diana Ross, she's a shady messy heffa.

[@normanberry8071]

She was the prettiest one in my opinion

[@seaserenity5971]

💯💯

[@aarondigby5054]

Florence Ballad is a legend. Forever and always.

[@darrylruiz2573]

Florence and Tammi Terrell were my favorite Motown ladies they met sad endings and after all these years I still.♥️ them RIP Mary

[@jasminehill6312]

Poor Flo! I wouldn't have been able to take the emotional and verbal abuse from Barry Gordy either!!! I'm glad that her legacy lives on.

[@deborahharrison7348]

jasmine hill its Berry

[@allan9603]

Horrific how Dianna Ross treated this woman!

[@lindakahler4799]

Diana was ambitious and had a baby with Berry

[@leorodriguez3762]

My grandma met her in Memphis back in the day she said she was so beautiful

[@dmusoke58]

That was dirty how Flo and Mary were treated especially Flo

[@Tiajones333]

Yes

[@unknown1614]

Exactly

[@jojosurrayyah]

Flo was the prettiest

[@joshuadurham1257]

Truest relevant 💯

[@aarondigby5054]

@@unknown1614 the Supremes knocked the Beatles off the charts with their string of hits.

[@kundanlini1]

Im from Detroit. Thanks for doing a great job on Florence. She attended my HS. Northwestern where she dropped out. You taught me things about her I didn't know and I'm a Historian my degree is in History. Great work!!

[@lexdee523]

Florence had a voice to die for and I truly believe Diana was jealous of Florence voice. I've always believed that even though it was never mentioned. I also wouldn't be surprised that Diana had a major influence on Barry to get rid of Florence. I was 12 years old when Florence died. We lived right up the street from the funeral home that held her service. Me, my mom and younger sister attended her funeral. That day I'll never forget. It was actually packed with people coming n going.

[@darrellhansen7268]

Florence was beautiful gifted and left us too soon. Her music is and will be eternal.

[@dbrown9495]

A legend and left her mark at 32!! None could replace her. She truly reigned supreme!

[@joytimmons]

She was replaced by Cindy.

[@niesaabbey7411]

Yassss!!!! And It's 31 Minutes Long!!! ❤❤❤

[@megaoldskool76]

👆🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@larhondaburchett3271]

I had the same reaction when I got the notification!!

[@avibecalledblessed7503]

Diana Ross did her dirty..😔 May she rest in peace.

[@avibecalledblessed7503]

@Lena Graystone very true.

[@eddiejohnson5490]

Her and Berry Gordy BOTH did her foul

[@Keshia.means.GreatJoy]

Diana Ross was jealous

[@eddiejohnson5490]

Berry Gordy played a huge role in Diana Ross screwing her over but still wrong is wrong

[@briemarie8216]

Dirty Diana 😔

[@beautyme3478]

All these ppl that were around her when things were good couldn’t help her when she needed it... sad

[@septiawoman2911]

I agree. When Florence began spiraling down, Berry Gordy COULD HAVE intervened and gotten her the help that she needed instead of berating her and then booting her out of the group. Florence will ALWAYS be fondly remembered. There IS a reason why Diane Ross is called "Dirty Dianna." Oh yes, and the song "Buttered Popcorn" sung by Florence WAS the shit!

[@insatiableladii7695]

Thats how it goes in the industry

[@richardbullis156]

Dirty Diana

[@joshuadurham1257]

That's why? Michael jackson aka the king of pop wrote the song in bad album 87 dirty Diana

[@SheTwice]

Faith Evans would be PERFECT to play Florence Ballard! And Taraji P. Henson should play Tammi Terrell! Yes yes!

[@SheTwice]

@Frederick Wells I know baby but Hollywood can make her look younger

[@Tiajones333]

Yea

[@michaelwilliams7822]

@@SheTwice,yes they can!

[@IAmBRenee]

Latoya lucket favors Flo a lot

[@jasminemonroe5784]

Taraji would be perfect for Tammi💎💜

[@TheGhettoSnobSeries]

Mary Wilson was such a cutie pie! I never realized that until now. She was the prettiest in the group to me. Florence was cute too though. Very sad story.

[@valvacious2793]

The ghetto - Mary dated Tome Jones and Steve McQueen

[@twalston01]

Thank you, Flo was nice looking but Mary was the prettiest of the three. I’m sure it’s the light skin thing

[@valvacious2793]

@@twalston01 - I think beauty is in the eye of the beholder. All three were attractive women.

[@moneyparadise1252]

DIANA WAS NOT CUTE. SHE LOOK FUNNY

[@kamaldonadelle4305]

@@twalston01 I agree. I do think Mary was the prettiest of the three.

[@monicamclean8609]

Rest in peace f Florence Ballard you will forever be missed 😭😭😭

[@joshuadurham1257]

Truest relevant 💯

[@joseheredia2609]

Love your channel 🙏🏽🙏🏽✊🏽✊🏽

[@dariuswilliams6683]

She was soooo Beautiful 🥺🥺

[@insatiableladii7695]

Diana eyebrows are killing me right now, each pic of her, they are different

[@skip031890]

Lol

[@carlm919]

you did a great job on this, the commentary flowed nicely. Not just your average armature you-tuber. Subscribing

[@DevanteMcDaniel]

I hope & pray Florence Ballard's sister finds out what happened to her sister! The truth needs to come out!

[@MissKeeyaShowBlog]

I think her sister died to

[@weirdlyuniquebih632]

What happened?

[@DevanteMcDaniel]

@@weirdlyuniquebih632 It's in the video....

[@divinewilliams3055]

maxines book didnt say anything that a florence fan didnt already know. i had high hopes for that book but was very disappointed

[@alexandradillard2077]

@@divinewilliams3055 I heard about her sister's book, that's why I didn't buy it. I read the book by Peter Benjaminson.

[@stephenord3403]

For all the sad and unforgivable things which happened, rejoice that we had all of these beautiful talented ladies who sung so beautifully. RIP great ladies, you were pure class ❤ . To America 🇺🇸 from England 🇬🇧

[@jamberry8026]

Yes, I'm glad I was in the world at the same time as them all.

[@lillianmunster4734]

AMEN

[@quet7019]

Diana knew damn well she could’ve looked for Flo’s children..OR given them a small percentage of HER royalties, especially considering their history..Flo’s story is so tragic. May she Rest In Peace.

[@kayshawnsimmons6822]

Diana, Berry Gordy, and the entertainment game is to dirty and greedy 😈🤛

[@edglebennett6312]

You really need to do your research. Diana Ross did help with Flows children and also helped Mary Wilson, but nobody wants to talk about that.

[@edglebennett6312]

Show business is a business!!!!

[@quet7019]

Edgle Bennett Per the story that was told she didn’t do much and that information came from Flo’s children..so miss me with the do your research bull.

[@edglebennett6312]

@@quet7019 with all due respect. You must do your research. Diana Ross did set up trust funds for Flo' s children and also helped out Mary Wilson. It's true look it up for yourself, if not you're just a Diana Ross Hater!!!! And if so I understand, most people really dislike Ms. Ross, that's your choice, it's been over 69 years. But I understand where you're coming from, but there's much more to the story.

[@samuelparker9882]

What a TRULY beautiful woman. SHE was always my favorite supreme. FOREVER stunning in her grace ,beauty and movements as well as captivating in whatever she appeared in. On or off stage. A triple threat talent.

[@cazyrich69]

Could you imagine if she and Paul Williams was alive and and they did a duet they would be up there with Marvin Gaye and Tammy Terrel

[@cynthiadotson2513]

Thank you for this documentary, I am glad you made this because many people didn’t now what Florence Ballard’s Whole story.

[@adelaidarodriquez5976]

Florence was so beautiful .

[@michaelwilliams7822]

I see a slight resemblance between her and Mariah Carey.

[@DeeSade]

That Diana was something else the streets of Detroit still talking about her.

[@edglebennett6312]

Not true!!!!

[@edglebennett6312]

@Linda Hines The lies! The lies! The lies!

[@edglebennett6312]

@Linda Hines I like the truth. Ain't nobody perfect. Nobody walks on water but Jesus Christ!!!!!!! It's easier to criticize than the praise.

[@edglebennett6312]

@Linda Hines and how is your evening?

[@christinewomack8999]

@Linda Hines I agree with you.

[@timmy841212]

Immediately favorited it! 😌 The original Supremes were revolutionary.

[@jamberry8026]

Yes.

[@theodorehill8787]

Founder Supreme Member. She will be missed. Yes missed. She will be one of the greatest singer of her life. She died to soon. Too soon. Great performance.

[@kashibobbett2649]

Diana Ross had some nerve holding Florence Ballard daughter for a publicity stunt in the newspaper after the child mother passed away. Miss Ross and all of the people who were involved in this case have a lot to account for.

[@californiagirl1579]

Yes I totally agree with you on that

[@AlkalineInsides]

I believe it’s because months prior, her and Flo had talked on the phone. They were on the brink to mending their friendship, and then she died. Also, Diana was going to set up monthly payments to pay for Flo house before she passed. But the husband wanted it in cash and that scared Diana off.

[@cadillacdeville5828]

I clicked IMMEDIATELY ☺️. So did you 😉

[@empresserica]

Yep. Lol

[@niesaabbey7411]

Sure did 🤣

[@Keshia.means.GreatJoy]

I sure did!

[@johnharris373]

Cadillac Deville I did, and this story was the one that I’ve been waiting on to hear about. The beautiful and limitless Florence Ballard, may she Rest In Peace

[@Kikyolover9]

Definitely

[@_january]

I am LITERALLY SCREAMING ❤️ I love you FLO. Once AGAIN: FOUL PLAY. RIP LUV❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@kennyslife6883]

Man this Woman went through a lot in her life. Whatever in the dark will come to the light real talk period.

[@LisaLisaCJ]

You know why treated Flo like he did? Because he wanted her and she rejected him.

[@dbrown9495]

Probably!!

[@Kikyolover9]

I wouldn't be surprised

[@williammials6080]

OK! Don't just make up stuff! Too bad she did not reject that lame husband she had! He took all her money and left!

[@LisaLisaCJ]

@@williammials6080 now that’s the one she should have had some discernment about that raggedy husband.Berry took Flo out on a date and tried to talk sexual with her and she rebuffed him and after that it was a wrap. She talked about it on the interview tapes and it was in the book Lost Supreme. Took her to see some exotic dancer with a snake lol. I wonder though if she had gotten with him how things would have turned out group wise. Would we still have Diana Ross?

[@timmy841212]

@@LisaLisaCJ Likely would've. Berry felt Diana's sound was perfect for whites. Flo's voice was only palatable to black people.

[@crystalhoffler]

I don't care what nobody say but Flo was sacrificed by Diana Ross and berry G. Which was Diana Ross lover and baby daddy.

[@YAH-1]

Yep 👍🏾 pure EVIL 😈

[@edglebennett6312]

Not true!!!!

[@edglebennett6312]

That's a lie!!! a bald headed lie!!! Flo, was not sacrificed by Diana ross or Berry, she did it to herself, nobody has that much power.

[@quentellthomas4003]

Edgle Bennett do your research

[@edglebennett6312]

@@quentellthomas4003 you do your research!!!!!

[@rolandbullock6444]

Berry Gordy, p Diddy, Clive Davis, Quincy Jones....these gatekeeper folks....strange everyone ends up dead smh 🤷

[@tamboojames716]

I feel that when Florence husband was working for Mr. Gordey as a chauffeur he more than likely heard plenty of shady things regarding the business. And when him and Flo begin dating he shared those stories with her and when she decided to sue for royalties those shady deals were going to be exposed which lead to the husband silence. No telling what info Flo was holding on to which caused her demise in the end. RIP True Supreme

[@teashiaincrediibleh.3646]

I'm 5'7 and weigh 195 lbs. LOVE U FLO! ❤❤😘😘

[@jaykendrickbassist]

Otis Blackwell, Bernard Edwards (Chic) Peter Tosh

[@chadk890]

Peter Tosh Hell Yeah

[@latoshiaguffin6594]

I know her daughters people should really hear their story. Diana Ross ain’t s***!!! I was born and raised in Detroit I grew up with a lot of Motown stars sons, daughters, nieces, nephews. The stories were jaw dropping!!!

[@sunshinesunflowerz1647]

I believe it.

[@latoshiaguffin6594]

Yes I went to high school with Eddie Kendricks nephews as well. Detroit has a rich history.

[@YAH-1]

You should know 👍🏾

[@therealflamelit]

Im cool wit Jackie Wilson's grandson- those old artists were getting shafted left n right even by our people

[@LisaLisaCJ]

really? I always heard they didnt have an issue with Auntie "Diane". Her Daughters seem like cool people though

[@Iwant2BYRLova]

Stay strong and healthy King. Much luv to you! Thank you again for informative video.

[@victayjaupchurch7644]

I love me some Flo 💙 I'm glad you did a story on her.

[@lillianmunster4734]

Me too

[@dannywilson3314]

Really sad what happened to Flo Ballard. Her eyes were truth.

[@sarahmoses1910]

What happened to Florence Ballard was certainly a tragedy especially in her growing years. But I believe that she made some bad choices marrying Tommy Chapman and having children by him and he did nothing but bring her down even more that definitely contributed her spiriling and attitude.

[@Chloeceegaming..7253]

I swear, cannot stand Diana till this day for treating Flo how she did. Dirty Diana.

[@ericmatterson9905]

Is that who Michael Jackson made a song about?

[@cravendubose8179]

what do Diana Ross need you for, NOTHING,you probably don't like yourself.

[@luvhangova]

“Diane” didn’t do anything to her. Berry Gordy decided to fire Flo because of her attitude. He had a company to run and money to make.

[@gaddyify]

When my mama told me about how Diana Ross did her, I can't stand her from this day either.

[@gregmac3513]

@@luvhangova you sound like a family member of Berry Gordy. Lol is this his burner account? 😂

[@Leatherbro]

Florence and Mary are now in "heaven" waiting for Diana to "come home" RIP Mary and Flo. RIP Former Supreme "Forever Faithful". We love you Mary! Florence and Mary take your rest!

[@eugenedantzler4485]

I doubt they miss her💯

[@Leatherbro]

@@eugenedantzler4485 It is hard to say. You can rest assured that in heaven things would be done the right way. Trust me. I have a feeling that "in heaven" her star quality would radiate all over the place.

[@jasonallen3678]

She looked way better than Diana Ross and I love Diana

[@mellel1797]

Great video! You are so knowledgeable! I would love to see a biopic film of Florence Ballard. Underappreciated and gone too young.

[@dorancoleman2377]

Thanks for sharing that legendary iconic short bio

[@reekahd7695]

Her Daughters need to really find out what’ happen, they deserved everything Motown took from their Mother

[@annettebyrd8259]

I love this channel!!! I'm 52 and I love the episodes like this was more so my mom's era, but I've always fascinated with Motown music from the 50's and 60's. And I've always felt compassion for Flo. She was a beautiful shining star. She was misunderstood and taken from us too soon. I've read a majority of the books about Motown they are very good reads. I hope a movie is made about Flo's life. RIP beautiful lady!!! Your legacy, voice and beautiful spirit will lives on. ❤❤

[@whitneybrown7368]

I wish Flo had kicked Diana's ass. Stayed in the group and made her money like Mary did. Then she could've hired somebody to kick Berry Gordy's ass. Hm and Diana Ross ought to be ashamed of themselves. But they will pay. One day they'll get theirs!!!!

[@ronzelljones1979]

Let me critic just this once. You said Florence Ballard passed Feb 21st. It actually was Feb 22, 1976. I give u props I really love this video u posted. KUDOS

[@tonihughes4961]

I think a movie should come out about her life. Maybe Faith can play her. I see some resemblance.

[@jasminehill6312]

That would be a goooood movie if it's done right!

[@ladybugradio1988]

jasmine hill I agree that would be amazing.

[@Jaheartsjonas]

I can see it but... During a lot of this time Florence was late teens - early 20's, Faith is in her 40's (but still looks good and youthful)... Maybe she can play her towards the end of her short life but I do feel like a younger actress should be given the chance, it's rare that someone older playing someone younger works. Besides everyone has more than one lookalike

[@traveonsmith256]

They tried it already

[@tonihughes4961]

@@traveonsmith256 when? I need to see that. I hope it's not Dreamgirls. I think her daughters should try to tell her story.

[@wjungle481]

Florence you were so underrated, I hope you come back and shows them !!

[@jesuslovesme8477]

Come back from where?

[@susanthompson7371]

Someone knows the truth!! Beautiful Florence Ballard we love you, and you will never be forgotten!! Beautiful Queen! RIH Mary Wilson just passed 2021 RIH

[@duragggura3695]

I Loved me some Flo. Back in the 60's The Supremes would be on TV. I would hear Diana singing lead, but my eyes were always fixed on Florence. She was gorgeous. a beauty. Had the statue of Cleopatra. I hate to say that Diana & Mary looked like the little girls around age and I am 10yrs younger than them.

[@brianabryant6497]

Her death report almost sounds like Whitney Houston’s report

[@timmy841212]

It does in a sense...

[@skip031890]

@@timmy841212 Whitney's death never sat well with me either.

[@CarterNYC23]

They was doing rituals and sacrifices back then as well

[@MiamiPush2theLimit]

@@CarterNYC23 stfu

[@therealflamelit]

5'7 195? if thats obese, 90% of the people in my area are massively obese

[@tabbykat9]

Sadly it is considered obese. A BMI (body mass index) over 30 is obese.

[@tikneshiabeauford7289]

She was actually 5'11 and 195 at the time of her death. She was a bit over weight, but not obese.

[@MiamiPush2theLimit]

@@tikneshiabeauford7289 she was 5’7”. I don’t know where you’re getting 5’11” from.

[@thema1998]

For the first time since October 24, 2020, I'm about to watch this episode. EDIT- 10:03 P.M.: *finishes episode 35 minutes later* Florence Ballard deserved better! ☹️

[@zethasmith1462]

R.I.P. Mary Wilson 💐💐😭😭😭🙏🙏🙏🥀🥀🥀💔💔💔 joining Flo 💐💐🙏🙏 💔💔💔🥀🥀🥀🥀in Heaven singing together 🎼🎼🎸2021🙏🙏

[@lillianmunster4734]

AMEN

[@sheilad7324]

She sound and looked better then Diana Ross. But i guess screwing the boss get you the main spot

[@cadillacdeville5828]

I'm not condoning it per se, but if you are you better get something out of it. The most you can .

[@eddiejohnson5490]

Florence was fuckin him too no disrespect

[@genevamccormick9441]

Yesss exactly I've always said that

[@genevamccormick9441]

Diana Ross is funny looking JS.. Florence was beautiful

[@Keshia.means.GreatJoy]

Agreed ,much talented than Diana Ross ..It's unfair how underrated she was 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯

[@MissKeeyaShowBlog]

It is sad that someone like Florence who have that voice is no longer here. Someone back than should really reach out to her and help her out.

[@Umeshukitsune]

Mary tried but she was young and didn't know how to help.

[@evonza4858]

I love all of my Supreme sisters, I listened to a bio recording of Florence and I was surprised to know that she was an alcoholic (I still love and respect her) to my knowledge she smoked and she dranked and she even got so drunk that she cursed Berry Gordy out, that's something you don't do( bite the hand that's helping to feed you) after knowing this I still love her and I always will ❤️🖤💚

[@blessingsbanks2508]

I love listening to your rendition of the true stories because although I have heard many of these stories before, yours are told with unadulterated truth because there is no hidden agenda, you just desire to share the truth with your audience in a way that respects the integrity of the artists. It’s like listening to your favorite cousin or uncle tell the stories of old! Thank you, I appreciate you!💜

[@deloresking8620]

THEY AGREED TO LET DIANA SING LEAD BECAUSE SHE HAD THE SMALLER RANGE.