Otis Williams
Otis Williams is the sole surviving original member of the Temptations, a legendary soul music group known for their smooth harmonies and intricate choreography.
Soul Singer
October 30, 1941
Scorpio
83
Texarkana, Texas, United States
Otis Williams, the sole surviving founding member of the legendary soul vocal group, the Temptations, played a vital role in the band’s success. He contributed to their most iconic songs, such as “My Girl,” “Ain’t Too Proud to Beg,” and “Papa Was a Rollin’ Stone.” Besides his work with the Temptations, Williams also produced for other renowned music projects, including the Supremes and the Four Tops. Despite early success, he faced challenges with investments in businesses like a TV repair shop and a hamburger restaurant. Over nearly five decades, the Temptations became one of the most successful acts in the soul music genre.