William King

Musician, Musical Artist

1949 –

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Who is William King?

William King is an American founding member of the Commodores. In addition to being the group's choreographer, he plays trumpet, guitar, synthesizer, flute, and congas/percussion.

King was born in Birmingham, Alabama. After college, he considered playing tennis professionally but decided to continue his career with the Commodores. He married his songwriting partner and fellow Grammy Award nominee, Shirley Hanna-King in 1976 and they have four children: Ryan Hanna King, Adam J King, Noah King, and Leah Hanna King.

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Born
Jan 30, 1949
Birmingham
Also known as
  • Wak King
  • William ("Wak") King
  • Wak
Spouses
Children
Nationality
  • United States of America
Profession
Education
  • Tuskegee University
Lived in
  • Birmingham

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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