Victor Willis, Village People frontman and 'Y.M.C.A.' singer, dies at 74

Victor Willis, the lead singer of Village People and co-writer of major hits including Y.M.C.A., has died at the age of 74. The group announced via Facebook that Willis passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, after battling a short but aggressive illness. The band expressed profound sadness over the loss of the frontman and has requested privacy during this time. His contributions to the band's most famous songs remain a significant musical legacy.