Victor Willis and the Legacy of Village People | Pittsburgh News

Victor Willis, the legendary voice behind Village People’s unstoppable hits like “YMCA” and “In the Navy,” has passed away at 74 after a short battle with illness. The man who shaped the group’s iconic costumes and sound not only defined an era but also fought fiercely to reclaim his music — winning a landmark copyright battle in 2012 and even rejoining the band in 2017. From gospel choir to Broadway to global superstardom, Willis’s journey was a triumph of talent, resilience, and music that still moves millions. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d5a285c6fccc57fd