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The original members of the Village People have long since been replaced, except one. Here's who made up the original group, and why they're making headlines.
Village People co-founder and original lead singer, Victor Willis, announced his return to the iconic ‘70s disco group after a 38-year absence.
Original Village People Cop sues group over use of his image, voice. The Village People's first cop wants a revamped version of the group to stop using his likeness and voice.
GREED was good, the homeless were plentiful and AIDS was rampant. Still, deep in the ’80s, Jonathan Larson found something to sing about. For “Rent,” he took the struggling young … ...
Village People have spoken out about why they will be performing at President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration festivities. In a statement posted to Facebook, the group said they're joining the ...
He returned to the Village People in 2017, and, now at the age of 72, he’s the only original member in its current lineup. He recently hosted Disco Life Radio, a show he did for Apple Music.
Moreover, the original Village People highlighted the unauthorized use of their hit song at a Trump rally during the 2020 presidential race.
The Village People's lawsuit over an alleged Disney World ban can proceed, a judge ruled. The band says Disney blackballed it from playing the park.
Village People’s novelty disco classic and wedding dancefloor staple “YMCA” became a fixture of Donald Trump’s presidential campaign. This week, Victor Willis, who dresses as a policeman ...
More The Kings of Disco feature original Village People member Alex Briley, with former group members Ray Simpson, Eric Anzalone, Jim Newman, Bill Whitefield and Andrew Pacho.
Donald Trump closes out MAGA Victory Rally with Village People and 'Y.M.C.A.' dance The incoming president of the United States danced with the disco group to their ’70s anthem about the ...
The Village People are set to perform at Donald Trump's inauguration - but only one member of the original band remains.