Victor Willis, Village People Voice, Passes at 74 | Sacramento News

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

Victor Willis, the legendary voice behind Village People’s disco anthems like “Y.M.C.A.” and “In the Navy,” has died at 74 after a brief illness. A co-founder and key songwriter, he helped define an era with his iconic characters and unforgettable tunes — music that still moves crowds decades later. Though his songs were co-opted by political movements, Willis never endorsed any candidate. He battled personal struggles, including addiction, but fought back to reclaim his music’s rights and returned to the group in 2017. His legacy? A cultural force that transcends time and genre. Listen in…