Ray Simpson

Quick Facts

Full Name	Ray Simpson
Occupation	Pop Singer
Date Of Birth	Jan 15, 1954(1954-01-15)
Age	70
Birthplace	The Bronx
Country	United States
Birth City	New York State
Horoscope	Capricorn

Ray Simpson Biography

Ray Simpson is one of the most popular and richest Pop Singer who was born on January 15, 1954 in The Bronx, New York State, United States. American singer, best known for his performances as the Cop with Village People. He is also well-known for his roles as the Cop or member of the group in several popular television series, including Married… with Children (1993) and The Love Boat (1980).

Along with many other 1980’s icons, including Caitlyn Jennifer, Valerie Perrine and Randy Jones, he appeared in the documentary Can’t Stop the Music.

His sister, Valerie Simpson, was part of the husband-and-wife songwriting- production team and recording artists Ashford & Simpson. The duo worked with many Motown artists, most successfully with Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell and then Diana Ross, and with several non-Motown artists, like Chaka Khan and The Brothers Johnson. They also found success as recording artists, notably with their songs “Found A Cure” (1979) and “Solid” (1984). Ray Simpson spent many years performing with the duo. Prior to joining Village People, Simpson also released a solo recording album titled Tiger Love.

Simpson was featured in the Village People film, Can’t Stop the Music, released in 1980.

He was born in New York’s Bronx and raised there. He is also known for his sister Valerie Simpson, a singer who was a member of the well-known duo Ashford & Simpson.

Ray Simpson Net Worth

Ray Simpson is one of the richest Pop Singer from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Ray Simpson 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He attended the City College of New York, where he studied English and Music. He released Tiger Love, his first solo album, before he joined the Village People. After starting as a background singer for the group, he was eventually promoted to lead singer by Victor Willis in 1979.

He is also well-known for his appearance in the 1980 documentary film Can’t Stop the Music.

Ray Simpson (born January 15, 1954) is an American singer best known as a former lead singer and “Cop” of the disco super-group Village People having been in that role for over 30 years. In August 1979, he replaced original lead singer, Victor Willis as the Cop, a role he would fill until 1982, and again from 1987 until Willis’ return in 2017. Simpson had been doing backup singing for Village People in its first years, which is why he was recruited (on very short notice) to join the group when Willis left.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Who is Ray Simpson Dating?

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Facts & Trivia

Ray Ranked on the list of most popular Pop Singer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Ray Simpson celebrates birthday on January 15 of every year.

Why did Ray Simpson get the Victoria Cross?

During his second tour, he was awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal for his actions when a patrol was ambushed at Tako on 16 September. Simpson, although severely wounded in the leg, held off the enemy while he called for assistance by radio.

Who is Ray Simpson?

Ray Simpson (born January 15, 1954) is an American singer best known as a former lead singer and “Cop” of the disco super-group Village People , having been in that role for over 30 years.

Who is Valerie Simpson's brother?

Ray Simpson

Did John Simpson Kirkpatrick get a Victoria Cross?

Gallipoli hero John Simpson and 12 other former soldiers and sailors have missed out on being retrospectively awarded the Victoria Cross. Simpson and his donkey are famed for transporting wounded soldiers from the frontline at Gallipoli; their story retold in school history books for almost a century.

How did Keith Payne win his VC?

He found some 40 wounded men, brought some in himself and organised for the rescue of the others, leading the party back to base through enemy-dominated terrain. Years later, asked whether he was afraid, Payne replied, “My God yes, yes, I was.” Payne’s actions that night earned him the Victoria Cross.