Songwriter Chip Taylor Passes Away

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Songwriter Chip Taylor, best known for pinning the hits while thing in Angel of the Morning,

has passed away at age 86.

Born James Wesley Voight, he was the brother of actor John Voight and uncle to Angelina

Jolie.

He died on Monday, March 23rd, while in hospice care as confirmed by his record label.

Taylor's career took off in the 60s when the Traves turned his song while thing into

a number one hit on the Billboard charts.

That track later earned a spot in the Grammy Hall of Fame and became famous for Jimmy

Hendrix's fiery performance at the Monterey Pop Festival.

Fans and fellow musicians have shared their grief online, remembering Taylor's lasting

influence on rock and country music.

His songs have appeared in over 200 movies and TV shows from Jerry McGuire to the recent

Deadpool and Wolverine.

In his later years, Taylor stayed active despite health challenges like throw cancer.

He released albums drawing from personal stories, including one inspired by his late wife

Joan, with whom he reunited after decades apart following.

Their divorce.

Taylor leaves behind a catalog that shaped generations of music, ensuring his tunes will

keep rocking playlists for years to come.