The Spotlight's Golden Glow Fades: Gladys Knight's Reluctant Exit Gladys Knight, the legendary R&B singer behind timeless hits like "I Heard It Through the Grapevine" and "Midnight Train to Georgia," has announced her intention to scale back performances.
At 82 years old, she is not abandoning ship just yet, but the pressures of touring have taken a toll on her physical and mental stamina.
Knight's decision to ease into fewer performances while focusing on other areas comes as no surprise, given recent reports of her relying heavily on backup singers during shows.