Article #66696

France 24 - World News

France 24 - World News

Title Victor Willis, Village People frontman and 'Y.M.C.A' co-writer, dies aged 74 Source France 24 - World News
Description Victor Willis, the lead singer of disco group Village People died on Wednesday, said his spouse. He was 74. Willis co-wrote the hit "Y.M.C.A." and was initially against Donald Trump using the song for his campaign rallies but in January 2025 he surprised fans by performing the song, with its signature dance, at Trump's second inauguration.
Link https://www.france24.com/en/culture/20260701-victor-willis-village-people-frontman-and-y-m-c-a-co-writer-dies-aged-74 Published At 2026-07-01 06:44:14 (2 days ago)
Created At 2026-07-01 06:46:24 Updated At 2026-07-01 06:46:24