Max and Mrs. Mary Ida Vandross

In 2006, just a year after starting Divabetic, Luther Vandross' mother, the late Mary Ida Vandross, joined Max "Mr. Divabetic" Szadek to tape a public service announcement. What a great lady! Divabetic is national diabetes nonprofit with a mission to empower people to manage their diabetes with confidence, knowledge and inspiration. Check out Divabetic's dazzling approach to diabetes education and empowerment. Visit: www.divabetic.org

[@RonaldLBruce]

I just wanted to thank you Max, for taking such good care of Luther all these years!!
You're the best!
Rest in peace, Mary Ida Vandross.
Thank you for bringing Luther into our lives , he has changed mine forever.

[@jabulilebuthelezi8241]

I didn't know that Luther was diabetic and as a diabetes myself it has scared a hell out of me when I find out about the cause of my lovely singer's death. I will try to take care of myself from now on.Rest in Peace Luther. Love you.

[@DaOrigTruthSeeker]

Is Mrs.Vandross still living? She is so composed.

[@lzin_f7]

Opa

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