Judith Glory Hill is an American singer and songwriter born in Los Angeles, California. Her voice is "distinctive, soulful and has an earthy quality that makes it unique". She has provided backing vocals for such artists as Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Elton John, and Josh Groban. In 2009, Hill was chosen as Jackson's duet partner for the song "I Just Can't Stop Loving You" during his This Is It concert tour. After Jackson's death in 2009, she, along with the rest of the This Is It cast members, performed at Jackson's memorial service and attracted global attention when she sang the lead on the song "Heal the World". Hill's rise to fame is briefly recounted in 20 Feet from Stardom, a documentary film that tells the untold true story of the backup singers behind some of the "greatest musical legends of the 21st century". She is also a featured artist on the film's soundtrack. Hill became a contestant during the fourth season of The Voice. Her elimination during the Top 8 show was considered one of the most shocking of the season. A number of Hill's original ballads, including "Desperation" were featured in the 2012 Spike Lee film Red Hook Summer. 

May 6th, 1984 in Los Angeles (Age 40)