Popular American R&B singer (1932–1972) who recorded such hits as “Have Mercy Baby” and “I Never Knew” before succumbing to alcohol-induced heart, liver, and kidney disease at the age of 39. Uncommon vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint “To ‘Bill’ All the best! Clyde McPhatter.” In good condition, with scattered surface impressions, small areas of paper loss to top and bottom edges, creasing and edge wear, several small tack holes, and scattered light foxing. JSA/Roger Epperson (REAL) Auction LOA and RRAuction COA.
