Chip Taylor, 'Wild Thing' Singer, Passes Away at 86

0:00On March 24th, Chip Taylor, the legendary songwriter behind the 1966 hit Wild Thing in Angel of the Morning, has passed away at 86 years old. He was also known as the Uncle of Actress Angelina Jolie. Earlier this week, Taylor's close friend and Grammy-winning musician, Billy Vera, shared the news on Instagram, noting that Taylor died in hospice care. The night before, born James Wesley Voit, he was the brother of Jolie's father, John Voit, and uncle to her brother James Haven. Music fans are remembering Taylor, not just for his timeless songs, but for his wide influence across decades. He started as a performer too, releasing albums like, Chip Taylor's last chance in 1973, and this side of the Big River in 1975. In 2016, Taylor earned a spot in the songwriter's Hall of Fame for his lasting contributions. He later dove into the business side, running record labels including his own train wreck records, launched in 2007, and even pursued a passion for blackjack gambling.

1:03Taylor's melodies continue to echo and covers and playlists everywhere, a true testament to his enduring legacy in music. From the spotlight, powered by AI, this is Entertainment and Celebrity News Today.