Temptations singer Bruce Williamson has died of coronavirus aged 50, it has been confirmed.
The vocalist, who joined the band in 2006, died in his Las Vegas home on Sunday evening.
According to TMZ, Williamson’s son confirmed his death in a touching post on social media, thanking his father and expressing his heartache.
He reportedly said: “There’s no words in the world that can express how I feel right now I love you Daddy thank you for being awesome thank you for being loving thank you for being Who You Are I pray to God and we will meet again.
“I love you Daddy R.I.H KING WILLIAMSON.”
Temptations singer Bruce Williamson has died of coronavirus
Williamson’s good friend Darryl Ross also confirmed the news earlier today, taking to Facebook to write: “For the pass 28 years he’s been like the Lil brother I never had.
“We were in the process of recording new music for his solo project while he continue performing he’s live gigs on the weekends [sic].
“Sadly he contracted covid-19 and passed away last evening. Please pray for his family, and if you could, send one up for me too, losing so many loved ones this year is really taking a toll on me.”
Williamson decided to leave The Temptations in 2015, after nine years in the group (Image: Redferns)
Born in California, Williamson’s love of music began when he started singing at church as a child.
After performing in a variety of clubs and venues, he took his talents to the Las Vegas Strip, singing with the funk band BlackBerry Jam.
Founded in the 60s, The Temptations were a hugely successful group thanks to their innovative take on soul music and distinctive harmonizing.
The group continues to perform today, with original founder Otis Williams in the lineup.
Williamson’s son paid tribute to his father in a touching statement (Image: Redferns)
Williamson joined the band after former vocalist GC Cameron left the group to focus on his solo career.
He was part of the group when they received the coveted Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2013, paying tribute to their musical legacy.
Two years later, Williamson announced his departure from The Temptations, and was replaced by former Tower of Power vocalist Larry Braggs.
Until recently, he was said to be working on a gospel project, which was entitled Send the Rain.
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