This article is about the singer. For Karen Carpenter's posthumous eponymous album, see Karen Carpenter (album). |
Karen Carpenter | |
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Country of origin | United States |
Genre(s) | Pop |
Years active | 1965-1983 |
Label(s) | A&M Records |
Official website | The Carpenters Official Website |
Entourage | Richard Carpenter The Carpenters |
Karen Carpenter (March 2, 1950 - February 4, 1983) was the lead singer for The Carpenters. With her brother, Richard, The Carpenters created numerous hits worldwide. In addition to being a talented singer, Carpenter also played drums for The Carpenters until 1974. Carpenter passed away on February 4, 1983 from a heart attack induced from prolonged anorexia nervosa and bulimia.
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