Victor Willis, Village People Founding Lead Singer and ‘YMCA’ Co-Writer, Dies at 74

Victor Willis, the founding lead singer of the Village People and co-writer of the disco hits 'YMCA,' 'Macho Man,' and 'In the Navy,' has died at seventy-four. According to Variety, Willis passed away on June thirtieth following a short but aggressive illness. His songs became defining anthems of the disco era and remain cultural touchstones.

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