Victor Willis

Singer, Songwriter, Actor

American Dallas, Texas, USA

Quick Info

ProfessionSinger, Songwriter, Actor
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth01/07/1951
Age74 years (died on 30, Jun, 2026)
BirthplaceDallas, Texas, USA
Date of Death30/06/2026

Latest News about Victor Willis

30/06/2026

Victor Willis passed away on June 30, 2026, after a short but aggressive illness, just one day before his 75th birthday. He was an iconic figure in disco music as the lead singer and co-founder of Village People, known for hits like 'Y.M.C.A.' and 'In the Navy'.

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Bio/Wiki

SummaryVictor Edward Willis was an American singer-songwriter and actor, best known as the lead singer and co-founder of the disco group Village People. He co-wrote many of their most successful singles, including 'Y.M.C.A.' and 'In the Navy'.

Personal Life

Early LifeBorn in Dallas in 1951, Willis began singing in church as a child, which laid the foundation for his musical career.

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
SpouseKaren Willis

Career

Key GroupsVillage People
Notable RolesLead singer of Village People; co-writer of 'Y.M.C.A.', 'In the Navy', 'Magic's Night'
Acting CreditsFeatured in films such as 'The Nutty Professor' (1996), 'Back to the Present' (1999), and 'Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines' (2003)

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. He performed as both the 'Policeman' and the 'Navy Captain' in Village People's iconic costumes.
2. His song 'Y.M.C.A.' was added to the National Recording Registry.
3. He was married to Karen Willis since November 17, 2007.
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