Sam Cooke's Daughter Carla Cooke Keeps His Music Alive

All Of It with Alison Stewart | May 27, 2025

Carla Cooke is the youngest daughter of legendary singer and Civil Rights activist Sam Cooke. She has dedicated her career to singing her father's music, hoping to keep it alive for younger generations. She sings some Sam Cooke live in our studio, and discusses her upcoming show at 54 Below, “Carla Cooke: Celebrating Sam Cooke.”

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