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Singer Jack Jones, famous for his sweet, velvety voice and hits like wives and lovers and for the topic The Love BoatDied at the age of 86.

His widow Eleonora Jones confirmed that he died on Wednesday, October 23, at Eisenhower Medical Center in Rancho Mirage, California, after a two-year battle with leukemia. board,

Singer Nancy Sinatra also mourned the demise of her ‘old friend’ in an emotional post shared on her Instagram handle. ‘He’s an old friend of mine since we went to Unihi. Johnsy was 18 years his senior and I was a mere freshman. He has left this earth and I am very sad. Her beautiful voice will endure as long as people need to hear good music. He wrote, ‘Chasing the pleasant road and the sea, dear dear friend.’

Jones’ passing marks the demise of one of the last great singers of the easy listening genre that flourished before the rise of rock music in the late 1960s and 1970s. Just seven months earlier, fellow singer Steve Lawrence, who shared a similar style, also died at the age of 88.

The traditional pop sound that once dominated the charts has seen a resurgence in recent years, led by artists such as Michael Bublé.

Jones achieved significant success in board Charted with three number 1 hits on the Easy Listening chart: the race is on (1965), impossible dream(quest) (1966), and Woman (1967). their presentation the impossible Dream He received a Grammy nomination for Best Vocal Performance, Male, and became a mainstay on TV variety shows.

Earlier in the 1960s he had won two Grammy Awards lollipops and roses And wives and loversBoth showcased his remarkable singing talent. Although wives and loverswhich reached number 14 board In January 1964, the Hot 100 was criticized for its outdated views on gender roles, with Jones addressing the backlash by humorously altering the lyrics during performances.

Reflecting on the song’s impact, he said, ‘It made my career and I’m grateful for that.’ board,

In addition to his musical career, Jones’ voice became synonymous with the easy-listening voice of the 1960s, often featured in films and television. His songs can be heard in the soundtracks of iconic films good Morning Vietnam And goodfellas,

Jones also sang the title songs for several films and made memorable appearances at awards shows, including a performance at the 1965 Oscars. Perhaps most notably, he lent his voice to the theme song The Love Boat Throughout its first eight seasons, a tune that remains a nostalgia favorite.

his presentation fell apart boardAdult Contemporary chart in the 1980s, with other hits such as let me be the one And What did I do for love?

Born John Alan Jones on January 14, 1938, in Los Angeles, he was surrounded by the entertainment industry from an early age, with both of his parents having successful careers in acting and music.

During his lifetime, Jones was married six times and was survived by his wife Eleonora, two daughters, two stepdaughters, and three grandchildren. board,

Despite facing health challenges, Jones continued to perform until shortly before his death, captivating audiences with his timeless voice.