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Teddy Pendergrass: If You Don't Know Me

Teddy Pendergrass: If You Don't Know Me

Explore the inspiring story of Teddy Pendergrass, who was poised to become the greatest soul singer of all time. As the legendary voice behind hits like "Don’t Leave Me This Way," "The Love I Lost," and "Close the Door,” Pendergrass made history as the first black male artist to have five consecutive platinum albums in the U.S. However, a devastating accident changed his life forever.

Teddy Pendergrass: If You Don't Know Me is presented by your local public television station.

Distributed nationally by American Public Television

Teddy Pendergrass: If You Don't Know Me

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Special | 1h 45m 59s | Explore the rise, fall and resurrection of a soul superstar. (1h 45m 59s)

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