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The Temptations
The Temptations is a singing group of at least 5 males, formed in the 1960s under many different moniker's they finally surfaced as the Temptations and became one of the most successful groups in music history. The performers within the group changed frequently as did their genres over the years, R&B, soul, adult contemporary, doo-wop, funk, disco and rock. All questions about members, their lives, history and their music can be found here.
327 Questions
How did blue from the temptations die?
Paul Williams shot himself in the head, August 17th 1973.
Correction:
There were three main lead singers of The Temptations:
1st Lead Singer, Eddie Kendrick(s)--died of lung cancer in 1992
2nd Lead Singer, replacing Elbridge "Al" Bryant, David Ruffin--died of cocaine overdose in 1991
3rd Lead Singer, replacing Paul Williams, Dennis Edwards--still alive as of 3/05/2011
Otis Williams, who formed the Temptations, was never considered a lead singer. Paul Williams, an original member, also was not a lead singer. Eddie Kendrick was Paul's best friend and was offered the lead singer role. His condition in joining the group, then known as the Elgins, was to have Paul as a member of the group, as well.
There were other lead singers that came in and out of the group, including Richard Street, who had been with the Distants before joining the Monitors.
The "Classic 5" known Temptations are Otis Williams, Melvin Franklin, Eddie Kendrick, Paul Williams and David Ruffin. Dennis Edwards became lead singer only after Eddie Kendrick's departure.
Why did William and Mary share the throne?
According to "Scotland: A Concise History" by James Halliday, Mary would have succeeded James II, but James had another son in 1688 described as "unexpected and inopportune". So William of Orange (ruler of Holland) was invited by the English to come and bring James into obedience. He did and ran James into exile. After some confusion the English parliament conferred the joint (England and Scotland) crown upon William and Mary. Simply put, William and Mary were married. They were also cousins, William being the son of Charles II's sister, Mary, who married William II of Orange. Thus William also had a claim to the English and Scottish throne (I believe he was right after Mary and Anne). However, William did not want to be king through Mary's grace, but through his own (He did not want to be tied to Mary's strings) and he also wanted to remain king if Mary predeceased him (which she did). These were the conditions of his acceptance of the English and Scottish throne.
Of the original 1960 lineup, only Otis Williams (born Otis Miles, Jr. - October 30, 1941) remains.
As of 2016, the other four members were:
Ron Tyson (born February 8, 1948) - joined the group in 1985
Terry Weeks (born December 23, 1963) - joined group in 1997
Larry Braggs - joined group in 2015
Willie Green - joined group in 2015
Most recent former members:
Joe Herndon (born January 5, 1949) - joined group 2003 (left 2015)
Bruce Williamson (born September 28, 1970) - joined group in 2006 (left 2015)
How many awards did the temptations win?
The Temptations have won three Grammy Awards.
They won a Grammy Award - for "Cloud Nine" in 1969.
In 1973 they won a Grammy with "Papa Was a Rollin' Stone"
They also won the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2013.
Where are the original temptations from?
Otis Williams was born in Cincinnatti,Ohio, Paul Williams born in Birmingham,Alabama, Eddie Kendricks born in Union Springs,Alabama, Melvin Franklin born in Montgomery,Alabama, and David Ruffins born in Whynot,Mississippi.
Did any other group have the name the temptations before the The Temptations did?
Paul Williams and Eddie Kendricks were in a group called the primes and primettes
Otis Williams and Eldridge Bryant Were in a group called Otis Williams and the Distants.
Melvin didn't really have a group
What happen to paul Williams of the temptations?
shot his self in the head when he was drunk and had problems with his wife
There are many unanswered questions surrounding Paul Williams apparent suicide... According to the coroner, Williams had used his right hand to shoot himself in the left side of his head. In addition, a bottle of alcohol was found near Williams' left side, as if he'd dropped it while being shot. Finally, the gun used in the shooting was found to have fired two shots, only one of which had killed Williams.
In 1965 the Temptations had a hit?
The Temptation number 1 song in 1965 was "My Girl" The song was number 1 from February 28 - March 6 1965
Who were the lead singers for the temptations?
At least three members of the group provided the lead voice on recordings in 1965. David Ruffin sang the lead vocals on"It's Growing" "My Baby" and "Since I Lost My Baby". Paul Williams sang the lead on "Don't Look Back" and Eddie Kendricks on "You've Got to Earn It".
The song this is my promise to you by the temptations?
I love that song! It is on the Phoenix Rising album
How much money did The temptations make?
they earn 3.23 per axe dark temptations bar sold! thats my favorite deodorent.
Did the Real Smokey Robinson sing at the Real Melvin Franklin's funeral?
No he did not he was on tour at the time in Europe and couldn't make it, when they made the movie about the temptations they included Smokey singing this song so he could pay tribute to his friend.
Did Otis Williams of the temptations die in 2012?
Various entertainment sources report that he's still alive and the only living member of the original group.
Was maxine Powell married to paul Williams?
No she was not, and she live in the building i work at! VBCOACHRUFF@AOL.COM
Who is the main member of the Temptations?
The “Classic” Temptations were David Ruffin, Otis Williams, Paul Williams, Eddie Kendricks and Melvin Franklin (David English). After David Ruffin left, he was replaced by Dennis Edwards. After Eddie Kendricks left he was replaced by Damon Harris. When Paul died, Richard Street was added. Along the way, there were other tremendously talented men that Otis brought in, not the least of which were Glenn Leonard, Ron Tyson, Theo People’s and the incomparable Ali-Ollie Woodson. There were others too, including G.C. Cameron.
How many children did Paul Williams of The Temptations have?
Otis Williams had a son Otis Lamont Williams Miles (born in 1961-died 1983 accidental fall)
and 2 daughters Elan Carter Williams Miles (born July 1969) and Ann Cain Williams Miles (born 1971).
