Table Manners with Jessie and Lennie Ware Chaka Khan
Mar 25, 2026
Chaka Khan, legendary singer known for Rufus and solo hits like 'I'm Every Woman', joins with family in tow. She talks skincare and smiling at 73. She shares stories of life on a Georgia farm, disliking touring, mentoring kids, working with Sia, and hilarious memories with Prince, Stevie Wonder and other music icons.
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Nightly Face Oil Keeps Skin Supple
- Grease your face with oil or lotion before bed to keep skin supple and reduce visible aging.
- Chaka Khan swears by baby oil or rich lotions applied nightly and sometimes a mask, calling it simple maintenance that works for her skin.
Make Grilled Cheese With Sharp Cheddar And Butter
- For a standout grilled cheese use sharp cheddar and plenty of butter, toasted generously.
- Chaka says her simple technique—good cheddar and lots of butter—makes her grilled cheese a family favourite.
School Visits Become Musical Classroom Magic
- Chaka visits schools regularly to sing, run workshops, and have frank conversations with children without teachers present.
- She’s been doing school visits for five to ten years and describes taking kids onstage to sing as “magic.”