Donna Jean Godchaux was an American singer best known as a member of the rock band Grateful Dead.
Donna Jean Godchaux Biography
| Full Name | Dona Jean Thatcher |
| Nickname | Donna Jean Godchaux |
| Profession | Singer, songwriter |
| Date of Birth | 22 August 1947 |
| Age | 78 years old (as of 2025) |
| Birth Place | Florence, Alabama, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Hometown | Florence, Alabama, USA |
| Gender | Female |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo |
| Ethnicity | White |
| Religion | Christian |
Education Qualification
| School | Not publicly known |
| College | Not publicly known |
| Education Qualification | Update soon |
Donna Jean Godchaux Age
Donna Jean Godchaux was born on 22 August 1947 in Florence, Alabama, United States. She was 78 years old at the time of death in 2025, and her zodiac sign was Leo.
Donna Jean Godchaux Husband
| Marital Status | Married |
| Affairs/Boyfriend | Keith Godchaux David Mackay |
| Spouse/Husband | Keith Godchaux (m. 1970, 1980) David Mackay |
| Children | One – Zion Godchaux |
Donna Jean Godchaux Family
| Father’s Name | Chet Thatcher |
| Mother’s Name | Jamie Jeffers |
| Brother’s Name | Not known |
| Sister’s Name | Not known |
Career
| Debut | She started her professional singing career in 1947. Album – 1969: From Elvis in Memphis |
Donna Jean Godchaux Albums
- 1969 – From Elvis in Memphis
- 1969 – 3614 Jackson Highway
- 1969 – Boz Scaggs
- 1972 – Ace
- 1976 – Reflections
- 1987 – Here Goes Nothing
- 1999 Laughing Water
- 2001 – Don’t Let Go
- 2005 – Pure Jerry: Warner Theater
- 2009 – Pure Jerry: Bay Area 1978
- 2014 – Garcia Live Volume four
- 2021 – Garcia Live Volume 17
- 2024 – Garcia Live Volume 21, and other
Donna Jean Godchaux Height And Weight
| Height (approx) | In centimeters – 170 cm In meters – 1.70 m In feet & inches – 5’7” |
| Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 63 kg In pounds – 139 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Brown |
| Hair Colour | Blonde |
Donna Jean Godchaux Death, Cause of Death
| Date of Death | 2 November 2025 |
| Place of Death | Nashville, Tennessee, USA |
| Cause of Death | Cancer |
Donna Jean Godchaux Net Worth
| Net Worth (approx) | $3-5 million (at the time of death in 2025) |
| Annual Income (approx) | Not known |
| Income Source | Record sales, events, touring, etc. |
Some Lesser Facts About Donna Jean Godchaux
- Donna Jean Godchaux was born and raised in Chet Thatcher and Jamie Jeffers.
- She was interested in singing and songwriting from an early age.
- She had worked as a session singer in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, for the group Southern Comfort.
- Her vocals were featured on other recordings by Boz Scaggs, Duane Allman, and many others.
- She moved to California, where he met future fellow Grateful Dead member Keith Godchauz.
- She introduced Keith to Jerry Garcia after Garcia’s performance at San Francisco’s Keystone korner in 1971.
- Donna did not perform again with any band members until after the death of Jerry Garcia.
- She was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the Grateful Dead in 1994.
- In 2016, Donna Jean Godchaux ws inducted in to the Alabama Music Hall of Fame.
- In 1969, Donna Jean Godchaux was a background vocalist for Elvis Presley 1969.
- She was also a background singer for Percy Sledge in his 1966 song ‘When a Man Love a Woman”.
- Donna Jean Godchaux died from cancer on 2 November 2025, at the age of 78.
FAQ:
How old is Donna Jean Godchaux?
At the time of her death, Donna Jean Godchaux was 78 years old in 2025.
Who is Donna Jean Godchaux’s husband?
Until her death, Donna was married to David Mackey.
What is Donna Jean Godchaux’s net worth?
As of 2025, Donna Jean Godchaux’s estimated net worth is $3-5 million.
What happened to Donna Jean Godchaux?
Donna Jean Godchaux died on 2 November 2025, from cancer.