Fred White Father: Who Is Verdine White Sr.?

Verdine White Sr. is the father of the late Earth, Wind & Fire drummer Fred White.

Who Is Verdine White Sr.? There is not much documentation on Fred White’s father.

Sadly, Fred White passed away on Jan 1, 2023 at age 67.

Born Frederick Eugene Adams on January 13, 1955, Fred White was was an American drummer and one of the early members of Earth, Wind & Fire.

One of the most dynamic bands to come out of the 1970s, Earth, Wind & Fire had several hit songs that included jazz, R&B, soul, funk, disco and pop.

Fred White joined the group in 1974, before his 20th birthday.

However, he left the group in the early 1980s but returned in 2000 for their Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction.

Fred White also played drums on Donny Hathaway’s Live album.

Fred White continued to sing with artists including Diana Ross and Bonnie Raitt, most recently on Ross’ 2021 comeback album until his death on Jan 1, 2023 at age 67.