Victor Willis, Village People Icon, Passes | Calgary News

Calgary News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 1, 2026 · 1m

Iconic disco voice Victor Willis, lead singer and co-writer of Village People hits like “Y.M.C.A.” and “In the Navy,” has died at 74—just one day before his 75th birthday. A co-founder of the global phenomenon, Willis helped craft the group’s unforgettable sound and costumes, leaving behind a legacy that still echoes through pop culture decades later. His passing, after a short but aggressive illness, was announced by his wife and the band, asking for privacy during their grief. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on…