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Divas Live: Chaka Khan's Style File

When Chaka Khan came on the scene back in 1973 with Rufus, the Chicago native was an instant crossover star with a fan base that traveled beyond racial barriers. Men wanted her, women wanted to be her and both were hypnotized by her earth-shattering voice. All through her evolution from funk queen to pop and R&B diva, Chaka Khan has never stopped experimenting with fashion. Take a trip down memory lane and revisit Chaka Khan's diva sense of style. Here's what you had to say: Venesha commented via Facebook: "Chaka Khan is just awesome in any decade!" Kimya wrote via Facebook: "I love all her styles. She is an icon."
Divas Live: Chaka Khan's Style File
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By Alexandra Phanor-Faury · Updated October 29, 2020
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When Chaka Khan came on the scene back in 1973 with Rufus, the Chicago native was an instant crossover star with a fan base that travelled beyond racial barriers. Men wanted her, women wanted to be her and both were hypnotized by her earth-shattering voice. All through her evolution from funk queen to pop and R&B diva, Chaka Khan has never stopped experimenting with fashion. Take a trip down memory lane and revisit Chaka Khan’s diva sense of style.