Daughter of musician Pete Escovedo, Sheila E. became one of the top female musicians during the 1980s due to her fierce drumming style and her Latin rhythms. A former protégé of Prince, Sheila became a drummer in his band before branching off into solo musical projects. In addition to being considered the best female drummer alive, Sheila E. has also expanded into acting roles, most notably in the urban cult classic film Krush Groove.



Goddaughter of Latin music legend Tito Puente. Eldest child of Pete Escovedo and wife Juanita Gardere Escovedo. She has one sister Zina Escovedo, with two brothers, Juan Escovedo and Peter Michael Escovedo. Had a #1 hit single with "The Glamorous Life". Ranked #88 on VH1's 100 Greatest Women of Rock & Roll. Attended Oakland High School in Oakland, California.