- Chuck Negron, founding member and lead vocalist of Three Dog Night, has died at 83.
- Negron sang lead on hits including “Joy to the World,” “One” and “An Old Fashioned Love Song.”
- He died of complications from heart failure and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease at his home in Studio City.
Overview
Chuck Negron, whose powerful tenor defined many of Three Dog Night’s biggest hits, died Monday at age 83. His publicist, Zach Farnum, said Negron passed at his home in the Studio City neighborhood of Los Angeles from complications of heart failure and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Career and signature songs
Negron was one of three founding singers who launched Three Dog Night in 1967 alongside Danny Hutton and Cory Wells. The group blended rock, rhythm & blues and doo-wop harmonies to become one of the era’s most popular acts.
He supplied lead vocals for a string of charting singles that became radio staples: “Joy to the World,” the Harry Nilsson-penned “One,” “An Old Fashioned Love Song,” “Easy to Be Hard” and “The Show Must Go On,” among others. The band’s 1969 single “One” was their first million-seller and helped cement their place in late-1960s and early-1970s rock.
Personal struggles and later years
Negron’s career was also marked by long battles with substance abuse. He was dismissed from the band in the mid-1980s after recurring drug problems, though his early recordings with Three Dog Night continued to define his public legacy. In later years he spoke openly about recovery and his life in music.
Influence and legacy
Three Dog Night sold millions of records and frequently topped the charts during their prime. Negron’s distinct lead voice on several of the group’s most enduring songs made him instantly recognizable to fans across generations. His recordings remain on classic-rock playlists and continue to influence vocalists who favor soulful, melodic lead singing.
Reaction and remembrance
News of Negron’s death drew tributes from fans and musicians remembering his contributions to popular music. Public tributes are expected in the coming days from peers, collaborators and the band’s community of fans.
Where to read more
Details of Negron’s death and career were reported by the Associated Press and released through his publicist. For further reading, see Associated Press coverage and archival interviews that document his life with Three Dog Night.
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