Village People lead singer Victor Willis dead at 74 after battle with ‘short, aggressive illness’

Victor Willis, the lead singer of Village People, has died at the age of 74, the band confirmed Wednesday.

“We are profoundly sad to announce the death of VICTOR WILLIS, lead singer of Village People,” the band said on Facebook.

“Victor passed on Monday June 30, 2026 of a short but aggressive illness. Privacy is requested.”

Village People lead singer Victor Willis has died. Getty Images

Willis, who died one day before his 75th birthday, dressed as a cop or naval officer while performing for the beloved disco group.

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