DR. DORINDA CLARK-COLE

Affectionately known as the “Rose of Gospel,” Dr. Dorinda Clark-Cole carries a remarkable legacy and an anointed musical gift that has impacted audiences around the world. A world-renowned gospel singer, preacher, evangelist, television personality, and entrepreneur, Dr. Cole is celebrated for her distinctive vocal style, which she credits to her late mother, legendary gospel music pioneer Dr. Mattie Moss Clark.

As a member of The Clark Sisters, one of the highest-selling female gospel groups in history, Dr. Cole has helped shape the sound of contemporary gospel music for generations. The group has received numerous honors, including three Grammy Awards and two Dove Awards, and in 2024 was recognized with the Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award. In 2020, Lifetime released the acclaimed biopic The Clark Sisters: First Ladies of Gospel, introducing their extraordinary story and musical legacy to millions of viewers.

With The Clark Sisters, Dr. Cole has appeared on major national platforms including The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, ABC’s The View, Bobby Jones Gospel, Gospel Superfest, TBN’s Praise the Lord, The Stellar Awards, The Queen Latifah Show, Soul Train Lady of Soul Awards, and The Kennedy Center Honors. As a solo artist, she has received six Stellar Gospel Music Awards and a Lady of Soul Award.

Beyond music, Dr. Cole has masterfully balanced ministry and evangelism. Internationally recognized for her dynamic delivery of the Gospel, she made history as the first African American woman to preach to more than 5,000 people in South Africa. She currently serves as International Elect Lady of the International Department of Evangelism (IDOE) of the Church of God in Christ. She also serves as Church Administrator at Greater Emmanuel Institutional Church of God in Christ.

Dr. Cole’s ministry and professional accomplishments extend across numerous platforms. She is the Founder and CEO of Cole Enterprises, Harvestime Ministries, Lifeline Productions, and the Singers, Musicians and Arts Conference (SMAC). She is also a nationally syndicated gospel radio host, Stellar Awards host, and television host of The Dorinda Show on TCT Networks. Her entrepreneurial endeavors include The DCC Rose Collection, a signature clothing line.

Among her distinguished achievements, Dr. Cole received an Honorary Doctorate of Divinity from Mt. Carmel Theological Seminary in September 2004. In 2009, she performed “Nothing but the Truth” during the historic Sojourner Truth unveiling on Capitol Hill, attended by First Lady Michelle Obama and other national leaders.

Through every accomplishment, Dr. Dorinda Clark-Cole remains committed to living a God-pleasing life and using her gifts in music, ministry, and evangelism to advance the Kingdom of God.

EDUCATION

  • Honorary Doctorate of Divinity — Mt. Carmel Theological Seminary, 2004
  • Bachelor of Theology in Biblical Studies — 2023
  • Master of Theology in Biblical Studies — 2024

FAMILY

  • Wife of Elder Gregory Cole, Sr.
  • Mother of Nikkia Cole and Gregory Cole, Jr.
  • Grandmother of Dion Beach, Jr. and Kashmir Beach

Above all, Dr. Dorinda Clark-Cole is a devoted Woman of God whose life, ministry, and music continue to inspire generations around the world.