What Happened to Al Green in 1974? The Memphis Incident That Changed Everything

In October 1974, soul legend Al Green was one of the biggest names in music, known for hits like “Let’s Stay Together” and “Love and Happiness.” But one night inside his Memphis home, everything changed. A woman named Mary Woodson, who was romantically involved with Green, poured scalding hot grits on him while he was bathing, leaving him with serious burns. Moments later, she tragically took her own life in the same house. The shocking incident became a turning point in Green’s life. Soon after, he stepped away from secular music and devoted himself to gospel, later becoming Pastor Al Green at Full Gospel Tabernacle Church, where he still preaches today. A painful chapter that ultimately led to redemption right here in Memphis. Subscribe for more Memphis history and stories from the Bluff City. 💧 MEMPHYS Water Memphis born. Royal by Nature https://memphyswater.com Follow MemphisForgotten Everywhere Instagram   / memphisforgotten   Facebook   / memphisforgotten   TikTok   / memphisforgotten   YouTube    / @memphisforgotten   Twitch   / memphisforgotten   MEMPHYS Water Instagram   / memphyswater