Rest in peace and love, Della Reese. Ms. Reese was born in Detroit and toured with none other than the great Mahalia Jackson when she was just 12 years old. We know and love her for her range - from Tess on "Touched by an Angel" to Vera, the madam with a heart of gold... and a sensitive pinky toe, in "Harlem Nights." An ordained minister, Ms. Reese began her career as a singer. This clip (you can see the full performance on YouTube) is a live performance in Canada in 1960. #DellaReese #vintagebl