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Victor Willis Remembered | Salt Lake City News
Iconic Village People singer Victor Willis, voice behind timeless hits like “Y.M.C.A.” and “In the Navy,” has died at 74 after a brief illness. A co-founder of the disco legends, he briefly stepped away for a solo career before rejoining the band in 2017, reigniting his stage presence for new fans. His music transcended dance floors, becoming a political anthem during Trump’s campaigns — a fact Willis himself embraced, noting the financial and cultural impact. Trump honored him as a “great and happy guy,” saying the song would forever remind him of Willis and offering condolences to his…
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