Franklin, Kirk

Franklin, Kirk (January 26, 1970, Fort Worth, TX) Kirk Franklin was born in Fort Worth, Texas. After his young mother abandoned him, he was raised by his elderly aunt and uncle. He began playing piano by the age of four and was offered a recording contract at the age of seven, but his guardians declined it. His aunt raised him in the Baptist church, which gave him a strong Christian foundation. At the same time, she encouraged his musical development by collecting bottles and cans to pay for…