Paul Williams (The Temptations singer)

For other people named Paul Williams, see Paul Williams (disambiguation).
Paul Williams
Williams performs with the Temptations on The Ed Sullivan Show, 1969
Background information
Born(1939-07-02)July 2, 1939
Ensley, Alabama, U.S.
OriginBirmingham, Alabama, U.S.
DiedAugust 17, 1973(1973-08-17) (aged 34)
Detroit, Michigan, U.S.
Genres
Occupations
  • Singer
  • choreographer
Years active1955–1973
LabelMotown
Formerly of

Paul Williams (July 2, 1939 – August 17, 1973) was an American baritone singer. He was noted for being one of the founding members and the original lead singer of the Motown group the Temptations. Personal problems and failing health forced Williams to retire in 1971 and, at the age of 34, he was found dead two years later as the result of an apparent suicide.

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