Chip Taylor, Legendary Songwriter, Passes Away at 86

0:00It's March 25th. Welcome in. This is Entertainment and Celebrity News today, where the headlines shine, powered by AI. Chip Taylor, the legendary songwriter, known for hits like Wild Thing and Angel of the Morning, has died at age 86. Trainwreck Records, the label he started in 1997, confirmed his passing on Monday, March 23rd. Born James Wesley Voit in Yonkers, New York, in 1940, Taylor was the brother of actor John Void. He left college golf behind to chase music in New York, building a career that spanned six decades. Friends and fans have shared heartfelt tributes online. His songwriting partner, Billy Vera, noted Taylor passed in hospice, remembering their collaborations on tracks for artists like Barbara Lewis and Bonnie Rape. Taylor's songs reach stars, including Johnny Cash, Aretha Franklin and Willie Nelson. He earned a Grammy nomination for his album, Yonkers New York, in 2009, and joined the songwriter's Hall of Fame in 2016.

1:02Survived by his wife Joan, two children and five grandchildren, Taylor's emotional tunes continue to inspire musicians and listeners everywhere.