O'Jays, Family Respond To TV One's Unsung On Gerald Levert: Eddie Levert On The Loss Of His Son

Eddie Levert discusses the about the loss of his son and shares his thoughts about TV One's Unsung on Gerald Levert

[@cfreemful]

I have so much respect for Mr. Levert. He is a man, straight up. He raised two great men. Each and every time, I hear him talk about his sons, he is ever so transparent about his sons. My prayers are for him, his family, and healing over this tragic loss.

[@deborahpatterson7692]

Eddie is a TOWER of POWER for sure. He talks the talk and walks the walk. May GOD continue to hold him in the palm of HIS hands.

[@larainek2831]

Every interview I have ever seen Eddie do has always shown him to be a truly humble man. No pretences or showing off. When you think of his success and the fact that decades later, even the kids know his songs, he is an absolute one off. Lovely lovely man and a wonderful example of a true star in my books xx

[@bigshot9891]

A living LEGEND.

[@raarotongaaruffin3546]

EDDIE LEVERT, WE ARE WITH YOU, WE ADORE YOU !!!!!!!!

[@LillyLotusMonstera]

Eddie Levert does look great for his age

[@melodiesproul4109]

So tragic. A parent should never have to bury their child. :(

[@Marsena]

God bless this man! I cannot imagine the pain of losing TWO of your children within over a year of each other. Blessings and comfort Mr. Levert! You inspire me!!!

[@rebekah20081]

Gerald and Sean loved their father.

[@01bossmj]

Eddie, it still burns what you've gone through. I still carry my own Dad and ... yeah, not a full day passes without getting emotional. GOD bless you and keep you and yours!

[@nonataylor2344]

I saw this unsung. I just cried because my mom loves the O'Jays. I was so in love with Gerald Levert. I still can't believe he's gone. I believe this was one of the best Unsung shows that I have watched. I'm glad he is please with it.

[@djcoolcliff]

I used to work with Gerald and Sean. There is no showman like Big G! I stayed at the house that burned down not to long ago! Hey gave a small boy from VA a hell of opportunity! He took me every where even to a family reunion. That's how we carried it. Miss those dudes! Sean was my dude! We worked in the studio right much! Momma Martha, Lil Sean Big Joe, Joe Little, Lenard Brooks, Dark Blue, Mike, Reggie, Binky! Loves those cats! RIP, Love ya'll forever!

[@royrose1472]

djcoolcliff bro you think there was any foul play in either bro’s passing 😓

[@napturalgoddess6602]

You are such a blessed soul to have been amongst that family! 🥰🥰🥰 Gerald was the love of my life & my husband knows it!😉🥰🥰 He smiles about my crush the Teddy Bear! 🤣🤣

[@djcoolcliff]

@@napturalgoddess6602 Yeah G and Sean was very dear to me!! I went to their family Renuion with them and it felt like I was at mines!!!! Miss Martha cooked all of the food!! RIP to her as well!!!!! She was an absolute sweet heart!!!

[@jonjonharreld7602]

​@@djcoolcliffFam Fa'Life One Love Fa'Sho...

[@djcoolcliff]

@@jonjonharreld7602 What up big bro!!!!! Hope all is well! You know what it is mane!!!!! One love Mr Spread My Wings and Fly Away!!!!

[@soyyo1720]

He's a strong man

[@yougottobekidding]

I can’t imagine the pain of loosing a child, but two children has got to be so hard. God bless this man and lift him and his family up. They all brought so much musical pleasure too me. They are truly missed. Thanks

[@jjholl00]

Eddie Levert has such a "happy spirit". Even in the middle of such a tragedy and with remembering it , he's still able to smile and laugh not for himself but for others. Not many can do that. That's a special person.

[@kimbrewer9242]

Yes he does. He seems like such a nice person and fun too. I loved him when he went to go sing with Darryl Hall. You could really tell what kind of person he is. I love the Ojay's. He better get well.

[@ksg314]

The best Unsung so far. Not a single bad word to be spoken about Gerald Levert, he was an amazingly rare talent.

[@vibeyzulugal3203]

EDDIE , YOU ARE A GOOD FATHER AND YOU WILL ALWAYS BE , THATS WHY ALL THE BUDDIES YOUR SON WANTS TO PROTECT YOU, THATS WHAT EXACTLY GERALD DID TO EVERYONE IN HIS LIFE, YOU WERE BLESSED TO HAVE HIM AND YOU ARE STILL BLESSED EVEN NOW. IT WAS A BLESSING FROM THE BEGINNING AND IT WILL CONTINUE, STAY BLESSED MR LEVERT , WE LOVE IN SOUTH AFRICA AND YOUR SONS.

[@Isiejeme0829]

Tears rolling men.!!! Bless this MAN and his family.

[@noemiaribeiro1123]

Is so sad when u lose someone u love, i cant imagine how he feels losing 2 childs:(

[@bkdiva]

What an amazing strong black man. Salute Gerald. Love you!!

[@kerrib1000]

Wow!! Just watched the O'Jays and Gerald Levert's UnSung episodes. What a strong man Eddie is!!! To lose both sons!! He seems like 'the guy next door'! Both Eddie and Gerald are amazingly talented. My dad loved the O'Jays! God bless the Levert family and their many friends and supporters!!

[@justacup8676]

Love Eddie Levert's voice. Always have, always will. Gerald sounded just like Pops, too.

[@carolfreeman7418]

I truly admire and respect Mr. Eddie Levert. I wish him the best and will continue to keep him in my prayers.

[@rosenettepaddio2142]

HE IS AWESOME MR EDDIE MAN MISS Y0U Gerald Levert and Sean Levert 🙏🏽🤲🏿👣🧸⚘RIP B0THERS

[@Soda3000Pop]

I share your pain Mr LeVert, I lost my baby sister and my older brother to drug overdoses as well, I lost my grandmother and my mother and my father, so there's nobody but me now, I have no one, but I listen to your music and remember the good times, I read my Bible and watch church on the impact network and the word network and pray, I cried when Mr Walter Williams passed I loved him so, I wish I could have married him, love you too, thank you for the legacy of music and your sacrifice of touring and getting up on that stage, God bless you, go on with your life, promise me you will live your life ! From Ms Diana LaFleur Oakland CA

[@barbaragreene7500]

So glad to know you are alive; I love you Eddie and the O'Jays, love you forever. The Black Prince! And the The O'Jays. My first grown up Black American, group of young love!

[@rubyamey6768]

I love you Eddie grew up listening to your music, so it was no surprise that you had sons that wanted to do the same thing, and we loved Gerald as much as we love love you and the Ojay's. I know it's hard for you losing 2 sons so close together. I admire the strength you have and show. Thank you for so many years of entertaining us.

[@ashely8525]

he is a strong man with a lot of courage to lose both of your sons in such a short period of time, ahh is all I can say., I will say I go back with this guy and the ojays all the way back to 1973 a long time ago. Love you Gerald.

[@emmajenkins7111]

I love Eddie's smile and laugh, almost as I love his voice.

[@hepette]

the greatest r&b group of all times! EVERY SINGLE ONE OF THEIR RECORDS ARE OUTSTANDING! ive had a crush on eddie for about 50 yrs --yeah i am now 66!

[@columbusohio72]

hepette time to move on with your life

[@idahaynes1082]

The o'jays song some beautiful song love them and his son

[@napturalgoddess6602]

May Gods give Mr. Levert a since of peace!💙 Gerald & Sean are sooo missed!😢

[@kingjahk1]

Gerald Levert is my soul singer hero for Speak For The World and Crucify Me. I have formulated theories from that. The industry definitely wasn't feeling that like the people felt it. Mr Eddie Levert. I want to also express my thanks for all of your contributions to our communities and extend my condolences to you, sir. Much respect.

[@derrickjackson6737]

Eddie Levert God got u and u not by yourself I loss a son

[@donbrassco301]

Rip to both his sons😢

[@adrianehampton2015]

Gerald levert ís the best,hands down!

[@steveburrows6079]

What a brave man ,,,respect and god bless you

[@bessiepevey9561]

I know that it still hurts two sons. Gerald an Sean.

[@andreajackson5943]

Eddie Levert you raised some real MEN

[@divaslm1]

this was a telling interview...much respect

[@patricecooper8419]

I just want you to know that I am very sorry for your loss. I really loved the way Gerald sang. 'Dr. Feelgood' by Aretha Franklin!! Hecdid a very good job! May he rest in peace now. Hang in there Mr. Eddie!!

[@mrsj574]

this man is what i call a strong powerful man i love the ojays i love gerald i love levert it self all of there songs i love them all my sister and brother in law lost there son in march of 2019 and its still fresh for both of them its hard but you have to be strong and keep praying and believing

[@caray268]

They did do a great job..can we get a Part 2.....he deserves it!

[@beverlyellis6131]

I salute you Eddie,Gerald,Sean,and too you Roland,thank you.

[@mrthundaboots]

I never wanna know what it's like to bury a child.God bless you,Eddie!

[@mamonperry]

LIKE YOU SAID EDDIE, IT STARTED WITH YOU AND NOW IT'S BACK TO YOU. I THANK GOD FOR GIVING US YOU AND YOUR MAGNIFICENT TALENT AND YOUR SONS. THEIR TALENT IS NOT THE ONLY THING I MISS, IT'S THEIR WONDERFUL PERSONALITIES THAT I KNOW THEY GOT FROM YOU. I MISSED HEARING YOU GUYS ACT SILLY TOGETHER AND LAUGH TOGETHER, IT WAS A BEAUTIFUL THING TO SEE. GOD BLESS YOU, OH, I THANK YOU FOR BEING AN INSPIRATION, VOCALLY TO ME, I NOW LIVE IN VEGAS AND I HEAR YOU DROP BY THE PALMS EVERY NOW AND THEN ON MONDAY NIGHTS TO HEAR MY BOYS GROUP"JERRY LOPEZ AND THE FAT CITY HORNS" MY BOY IS THE BASS PLAYER SO I HOPE I RUN INTO YOU SOON. GOD BLESS

[@perrylmamonjr1038]

Eddie Levert of The O'jays is one of the greatest talents of all times. That's why they're in the Hall of Fame. The group is significantly blessed. Their performances are always professional and intriguing. If you don't believe it, I dare you to catch their next performance. You'll be hooked just as I am, and many other's who appreciate great talent.

[@viviandotson1674]

Perry L Mamon Jr

[@marylovett9484]

PERRY MAMON p

[@christianobrien4465]

Absolutely a living legend you are right. AND WHAT HE SAYING ABOUT CARRYING THAT BURDEN OF BETTERING MY FAMILY EVEN INTO OLDER AGE...YES I STILL carry that feeling to this day like Me. Levert. Burden is not the right word..but it is to some I know what he's saying.

[@DRLEWIS]

Mr. Levert, sir. Love you sir. God bless the Levert family, sirl

[@poetry4444]

I loved me some Gerald Levert!

[@butchandjean]

What a man, you are a good man and father, and yes, the beautiful voice. Thank you and God Bless you with much love.

[@gmeshell7]

It has to be devastating to lose both sons. As parents we all want the same thing for our family. Sometimes it just doesn’t go as planned.

[@therealDNAll]

I was watching the parkers .... and featuring was Levert his voice was stood out it carries a remembrance miss big bro ✨🙏🏽✨

[@kewlgurrl]

I love him, so much.

[@rasta487]

1 of the most gracious men to his fans. when I met him I said I have loved youguys 4over 30 years. he looked at me.. when I say looked I mean looked. in a way that says you're the only person in the room. meanwhile there were hundreds. he then said "well baby I love your hair" w/the biggest grin on his face. it was so cool. you just know he's like that w/every 1 but he made me feel appreciated as a fan. thanks Eddie for your grace, tremendous talent, G Force (Gerald) & Warm Daddy (Sean).

[@1966toronado]

Eddie don't never age

[@1966toronado]

Keith Witcher right on!

[@1966toronado]

Keith Witcher lol yea Karrine was supposed to be the go-to- girl when dudes would fall off they feet with jobs. i guess she had a good quality that was hidden for us. i knew Lela chilled out for awhile but since you said that i see why. i'm from Cincinnati, 5 hrs from Cleve. so yea we get the same kind of winters. it's like the North Pole sometimes, so i don't blame him at all. i saw that vid with Sean too. they had him on some type of drugs and tried to blame it on him, but i think they let the vid out to convince people that he was mentally unstable . that's that Hollywood trickery they play on the public. he was in there for child support and nothing else like you said

[@1966toronado]

Keith Witcher man me and you would have been at it bout Lela lol. she was all mine in my mind ha

[@1966toronado]

Keith Witcher man that was funny, never saw that video before with Epps. Eddie is the truth! but yea few of them movies i missed so i got to catch up. i got to go back and see Gang Related again cause i missed a couple parts. i don't remember seeing her in that lol. she was neck and neck with Halle Berry to me back then and maybe Vivica Fox lol. i be telling folks that Jamie Fox is an underrated actor. he ain't no joke when he want to put it on.

[@1966toronado]

Keith Witcher yea i saw that Frankie Lymon movie with them lol. Lorenz be doing his thang too. he just make classics every time. Clifton Powell is off the chain. a real live character lol. TI is pretty good. i think his skills will develop real good. Colin is solid and they tried to make him a Tom Cruise type but his movies don't review as good as Tom's. Tom makes epic films. Collin's are good. he got the skill tho. i tell people Jamie is better than Will Smith but Will is the "Box Office King" no doubt ha

[@RXmusic4YOU]

Eddie is a real man's man. Point blank. Knew this cat from way way back. He always believed in the family foundation. Peace to this brother.

[@kampnexxtv3547]

God Bless you brother.....no man should have to EVER put one of his children in the ground.....WTF....two???? I guess you have to understand GOD would never have chosen you to be the one to entertain......then second show the world that you can handle anything if you just leave it in god's hands.....I hope you understand....you have a voice that no other person on this planet has.....and you had to also had to deal with something that no parent should have to deal with. We love you and your boys....and we ask that you understand.....this was bigger then you and because of your loss and your strength.....you have helped people that you will never know. God Bless you brother....you are all of are hero's.....Gone but never forgotten!!!!!! The Teddy Bear and his Little Brother..... My Name is Double O and one of you fans is my Friend TP Hear....who I do know you know....God bless the Levert Family.

[@cbentley2102]

I have been loving EDDIE since I first saw him in a club called HENRY'S in Detroit. He had on an orange jumpsuit and OMG!!!! Then when he started singing, I was hooked....I told my daughter, he made me feel like PREY....happy PREY!!!!

[@janinefeaster4370]

Mr Levert you are amazing and your angels are a god sent to the music industry God bless you and your family

[@pantherestates1818]

30 years ago i met Gerald at a bre event...he was super duper nice and i still have a photograph that was kind enough to take with me.

[@changethegamenetwork1196]

We praying for the Levert family 🙏

[@linbonn4749]

2020....still makes me cry😥

[@WOOTRIGG]

A STRONG MAN

[@momof6boys336]

Big ups to Eddie levert tho O'Jays and Rip G levert

[@marioaranda711]

God bless...thankyou for your music

[@proudmashilwane4301]

great father of the levert big father of the ojays may God Grant you with more sustenance💓💓💓💓💓

[@takeyiajones5860]

eddie levert has alot of strength to keep going on after gerald went with angel and that rare. special talent his music will forever live on and sean levert rip u had a rare special talent to like your daddy ur music will live on forever too,forever my angels of mines, forever in my heart,never be forgotten love u both always .

[@TheTourmaline57]

Eddie your dreams for your dynasty were perfectly normal for any father.You wanted your sons to carry on the legacy.They were gifted vocalists in their own right.You did not burden them imo.The joy in their gift was evident in the way they sang with you and portrayed their talent.It is normal for you to wonder "what more could I have done?Where did I make a mistake?,But there is no answer Eddie.It just was.You carry on with the love of millions till you reunite again,Family reunion.xxoo

[@Gwendella1]

His strength is amazing. Yes Gerald was special.

[@MisterB2eternity]

This left me in tears.

[@anetterichard2389]

True, after Gerald and Sean died unexpectedly everything did fall back to Eddie and he has carried that cross well, without stumbling. We love you Eddie.

[@theresaheck6482]

Thank you 💕 for your words

[@MelodyMaker151]

That's a lot for one person to deal with. I can't imagine.

[@deniseday1898]

ss you Eddie My heart aches for you!! You are an amazing strong man!!

[@constancelymon8876]

we love you gerald rest in peace

[@kevinc764]

RIP to Gerald and Sean Levert. My prayers are with you Mr Eddie Levert🤲🙏

[@euge1123]

LOVED LOVED LOVED LOVE GERALD LEVERT MY BABYS DADDY 4EVER

[@ybtammy2]

i love eddie Levert

[@vickieriddick2982]

GOD bless you Eddie Levert..

[@meemeethecat7391]

JUST LOVE ME SOME EDDIE.

[@motreble]

Mr Levert you are a legend

[@patrickphokoane641]

What a strong black man, he still looks great

[@saj8]

Legend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@michellepatterson1686]

I love you Eddie !!😢

[@Shineurlite08]

Man he looks so healthy and vibrant! almost 80 what?!

[@bubbojones]

I feel ya big Eddo, and it still hurts me too.

[@wwashington270]

Bless u Eddie

[@paulcook1902]

I met you in 1973 and Sat next too your Mom at the old Front Row and I went back Stage and my best friend was the late Michael ( Mike) Love and I got to know Eric And Walter And He Took Me To Work Twice and I Retired From RTA And Got too know Gerald and Shawn over the years of and Gerald Invited me to his house and was A Great Experience for me Also

[@chinaraindiamond4592]

great family!

[@cherrycola3793]

You're SPECIAL too Mr Eddie Levert❣

[@MrLeoDad]

Eddie I met you in person at Harrahs in San Diego you went over and took a picture with my dear mother she was in a wheel chair. You are a beautiful person and for real. If you ever come to LA call me I'm famous for my sweet potato pies you've got one coming. God bless you always. Mrs. Debbie Tate

[@rebekah20081]

Roland, is right the media or music industry they give artist their due, when they're alive. that's one reason I like unsung, because they look at the positivity of the artist life not the negativity.

[@dashoneconner]

Eddie wuz a REAL STAND UP GUY! A REAL BLACK MAN

[@daphnerodriguez9980]

REST 🌟🌈 LEGEND TRULY ICON GERALD THANKS YOU GOODNESS 🌟 EDDIE FATHER ❤️🖤💚🤎 FAMILY DAPHNE COTTON ALWAYS 💜,

[@judyjefferson3642]

Mr. LAVERT IS A FAMILY MAN.I SAID IT BEFORE I HEARD THIS INTERVIEW..ITS ALL IN HIS MUSIC..I WOULD NOT BE SUPRISED IF HIS DAUGHTER PICK UP THE PATON...SHE HAS HER MOTHERS COLOR BUT SHE IS EVER BIT HIM. LOOKS AND ALL..I LOVE HIM AND KEEP HIM IN MY PRAYERS WE ARE THE SAME AGE GOIN THREW THESE TIMES...MS JUDY DESIGNER FOR THE STARS...

[@ernestobardwell146]

Hi Eddie I Feel Your Pain🙏Am Still Going Though It About My family Members 🙏 But God Stay With Us Always Singer Ernesto B NYC 🎵🎶🎼🌉

[@kashataylor6430]

🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@MrLeoDad]

I know you've heard of The Whispers. They are my other brothers. Nick came by our house to see me 8 months before he passed I will never forget that. The twins are my heart. Mrs. Tate

[@ksg314]

Gerald Levert did not die in jail.

[@afrank1416]

His brother Sean LeVert did.

[@ms.t.7319]

💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@haroldscott7299]

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