Tony Williams (singer)

This article is about the Platters singer. For the R&B singer, see The WRLDFMS Tony Williams. For other uses, see Tony Williams (disambiguation).
Tony Williams
Tony Williams (second from left) as part of The Platters in 1955
Tony Williams (second from left) as part of The Platters in 1955
Background information
Birth nameSamuel Edward Williams
Born(1928-04-05)April 5, 1928
Elizabeth, New Jersey, U.S.
DiedAugust 14, 1992(1992-08-14) (aged 64)
New York City, New York, U.S.
GenresDoo-wop
OccupationSinger
Years active1953–1992
LabelsMercury, Reprise, Philips

Samuel Edward "Tony" Williams (April 5, 1928 – August 14, 1992)[1] was an American singer. From 1953 to 1960,[2] he was the lead vocalist of the Platters.[3]

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  2. ^ "Tony Williams, 64; Platters' Lead Singer". The New York Times. 1992-08-16. Retrieved 2014-01-11.
  3. ^ Gilliland, John (1969). "Show 5 - Hail, Hail, Rock 'n' Roll: The rock revolution gets underway. [Part 1]" (audio). Pop Chronicles. University of North Texas Libraries.