Paul Williams

Rhythm and blues, Musical Artist

1939 – 1973

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Who was Paul Williams?

Paul Williams was an American baritone singer and choreographer. Williams was noted for being one of the founding members and original lead singer of the Motown group The Temptations. Along with David Ruffin, Otis Williams, and fellow Alabamians Eddie Kendricks and Melvin Franklin, Williams was a member of The Temptations during the "Classic Five" period. Personal problems and failing health forced Williams to retire in 1971. He was found dead two years later as the result of an apparent suicide.

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Born
Jul 2, 1939
Birmingham
Also known as
  • Williams, Paul
Ethnicity
  • African American
Nationality
  • United States of America
Profession
Lived in
  • Birmingham
Died
Aug 17, 1973
Detroit

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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