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Jim Gilstrap: Voice of Legacy | Huntsville News
Jim Gilstrap, the legendary voice behind the iconic “temporary layoffs” line from the Good Times theme and Stevie Wonder’s “You Are the Sunshine of My Life,” has passed away at 79. More than just a TV voice, he was a beloved uncle and family man, a five-decade session vocalist, and a solo artist whose 1975 hits “Swing Your Daddy” and “I’m on Fire” reached global charts. His soulful tenor graced recordings by Michael Jackson, Aretha Franklin, Whitney Houston, and more, leaving an indelible mark on music and TV. His passing leaves a quiet void in a world that once heard his voice everywhere…
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