Oak Ridge Boys Tenor Joe Bonsall Dies at 76
ALS Complication Claims Longtime Band Member
Bonsall Passed Away on July 12, 2023
Joe Bonsall, the longtime tenor of the legendary singing group The Oak Ridge Boys, has passed away at the age of 76. Bonsall, who had been battling Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), died on Tuesday, July 12, 2023, from complications of the disease.
Born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Bonsall's love for music began at a young age. He joined The Oak Ridge Boys in 1973 and quickly became an integral part of the group's success, with his powerful vocals and engaging stage presence.
Bonsall stepped down from the group in January 2023 due to his declining health. His passing marks a significant loss for the country music community and fans around the world.
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