Andy Williams Bio, Death, Wives, Children, Brothers, Songs, Albums and More

ANDY WILLIAMS BIO

Andy Williams was an American singer well known for having recorded 43 albums in his career, of which fifteen were certified gold and 3 certified platinum. He is also known for his songs, Begin the Beguine, Brandy, Aloha ʻOe, Are You Sincere, Be My Love and Candida.

Andy Williams Early Life

Williams was born in Wall Lake, Iowa, and grew up partly in Cheviot, Ohio as well as in California, after his family moved there.

ANDY WILLIAMS ÂGE

Williams was born on December 3, 1927 in Wall Lake, Iowa, United States of America . He later died on September 25, 2012 in Branson, Missouri.

MORT D’ANDY WILLIAMS

During a surprise appearance at his Branson Theater in November 2011, Williams announced that he had been diagnosed with bladder cancer. After chemotherapy treatment in Houston, Texas, he and his wife moved to a rented house in Malibu, California to be closer to cancer specialists in the Los Angeles area.

On September 25, 2012, Williams died of bladder cancer at the age of eighty-four at his home in Branson, Missouri. The late singer was cremated and his ashes were scattered in the man-made waterway of his Branson Theatre. A memorial service was held in October 2012.

FAMILLE ANDY WILLIAMS

Andy Williams Parents

His mother, Florence Belle Finley Williams, died in 1979 at the age of 86. She was buried in Forest Lawn Memorial Park (Hollywood Hills), Los Angeles. She was a citizen, a wife and a hardworking mother who worked in insurance. On the other hand, Andy’s father was named Jay Emerson Williams and he worked at the post office.

Jay Williams died March 5, 1976 and was buried in Forest Lawn Memorial Park (Hollywood Hills), Los Angeles.

Andy Williams Siblings | Andy Williams Brothers

Williams had three brothers and one sister, namely Bob, Don, Dick and Louisa Jane Williams.

He and his brothers formed the Williams Brothers quartet in late 1938 and performed on radio in the Midwest, first at the United Nations agency, in the state capital, Iowa, and more. later at WLS in Chicago and WLW in Cincinnati.

Additionally, the four brothers appeared in four musical films, including Janie released in 1944, Kansas City Kitty in 1944, Something in the Wind in 1947, and Ladies’ Man in 1947.

In 1945, the Williams brothers were signed by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer to appear in Anchors Aweigh and Ziegfeld Follies but, before appearing in front of the cameras, the older brother, Bob, was engaged in military service and, therefore, the the band’s contract was cancelled.

Kay Thompson, a former radio star, was then head of the voice department at MGM and she had a nose for talent. Consequently, she employed the remaining 3 Williams brothers to sing in her giant choir on several MGM movie soundtracks.

When Bob finished his military service, Kay hired the four brothers to sing on the soundtrack, Good News in 1947. At one point, Thompson was tired of working backstage at MGM. As a result, she started her own gig known as Kay Thompson and the Williams Brothers, the latter being her background vocals.

They were created in Las Vegas in 1947 and became an overnight sensation. Within a year they were the highest paid cabaret act in the world, breaking records where they appeared.

Andy Williams wives

Williams was married to his first wife Claudine Longet on December 15, 1961, he had three children, Noelle, Christian and Robert. Nonetheless, their marriage was not a blissful eternity after the union as the duo separated in 1970 and divorced in 1975.

The ex-couple remained friends and Williams supported his ex-wife a year after their divorce when she was charged with the murder of her then-boyfriend, Spider Sabich, who was an alpine ski racer. In her affidavit, Longet claimed the shooting was an accident and she was sent to jail for only a month.

Williams is competing for a public role in future events, escorting her to and from court, testifying to her character at trial, and providing legal aid. Longet claimed the shooting was accidental and was eventually sentenced to thirty days in jail.

From the team’s induction in 1968 until 1987, Andy Williams had joint partial possession of the Phoenix Suns, a National Basketball Association team. On May 3, 1991, Williams married Debbie Meyer, whom he met through a mutual friend.

They established their homes in Branson, Missouri and La Quinta, California, where he was called “Honorary Mayor”. Williams was a noted collector of contemporary art and his homes are featured in the Digest area. Williams’ birthplace in Iowa could be a draw for travelers and is open most of the year.

Andy Williams Enfants

The late singer and his first wife, Claudine Longet, share three children, a daughter and two sons. Their daughter, Noelle Williams, arrived first on September 24, 1963. Christian and Robert were born later on April 15, 1965 and August 1, 1969 respectively. Nevertheless, Christian passed away in late 2019.

Andy Williams grandchildren

Williams had 6 grandchildren before sadly passing away. His first is a grandson named Andrew Dean Johnston, born in 1987. He is the son of Andy’s daughter, Noelle, and her ex-husband, Keii Johnston, a stuntman. The duo also have three other children whose identities have not yet been revealed.

On the other hand, Andy’s son, Robert Williams, is said to have two children who have been hidden from public awareness.

ANDY WILLIAMS SALARY AND NET WORTH

Working as a musician in the United States, there is no doubt that Williams earned a good salary and was able to accumulate a good net worth. However, his exact salary and net worth have yet to be revealed. This section is under review, we will update you when details about his net worth are revealed.

ANDY WILLIAMS BODY FACTS AND MEASUREMENTS

Here are some interesting facts you shouldn’t miss about Williams.

• Nom complet: Howard Andrew Williams
• Age / How old?: Died at 84
• Date of birth: December 3, 1927

• Place of birth: Wall Lake, Iowa
• Date of birthday: 3 Dec.
• Nationality: American

• Siblings: Three brothers
• Married?: Debbie Meyer
• Children / children: Three

• Height / what size?: Not available
• Weight: Not available
• Occupation : Singer

CARRIÈRE D’ANDY WILLIAMS

Williams hosted The Andy Williams Show, a television variety show, from 1962 to 1971, and numerous television specials. The Andy Williams Show has won 3 Emmy Awards.

The Moon Watercourse Theater in Branson, Missouri is named after the song it is most famous for: ‘Moon River’ by Johnny Mercer and Henry Mancini. He has sold a hundred million records worldwide, as well as ten million certified units within us. Williams has been active in the music business for seventy-four years.

Williams became the owner of the master Cadence tapes which he periodically licensed to Columbia in 1964. The master tapes included not only his own recordings, but also those of his Cadence-era colleagues: The Everly Brothers, Lenny Welch, The Chordettes and Johnny Tillotson.

Four years after owning only the master tapes, the late singer formed a separate company called Barnaby Records to handle not only the re-release of Cadence material, particularly that of the Everly Brothers, but also new artists.

ANDY WILLIAMS SONGS | MUSIC

• It’s the most wonderful time of the year
• Where do I start
• River of the Moon

• A moment for us
• the impossible dream
• happy heart

• Music to watch girls by
• The Song of Exodus
• Love is a resplendent thing

• I can’t get used to losing you
• Hawaiian wedding song
• Happy Holidays / Holiday Season

• Theme from A Summer Place – Remastered
• Sweet memories
• Mary’s Little Boy Child

• I can’t take my eyes off you
• Wine and Rose Days
• Slowly as I leave you

• somewhere my love
• For all we know
• birthday song

• Walk hand in hand
• dear heart
• Canadian sunset

• May every day
• The bamboo house
• Solitaire

• Jingle Bells by Kay Thompson
• Sentiments
• I will wait for you

• My path
• lonely street

ANDY WILLIAMS MOON RIVER | THÉÂTRE ANDY WILLIAMS

The late singer established his own theater, Moon River Theater, in Branson on May 1, 1992. He named the theater after the Moon River cover song he released in 1962. The Moon River Theater was the first to be featured in Architectural Digest, and it also won the Missouri State Conservation Award in 1992.

It seats 2,054 with forest green, magenta, gold and blue seating and rugs to match Williams’ Navajo rug collection. The theater is widely known as it was featured in three episodes of the soap opera, As the World Turns. Moreover, we see it in several episodes of The Simpsons.

ALBUMS D’ANDY WILLIAMS

• Andy Williams chante Steve Allen
• Andy Williams chante Rodgers et Hammerstein
• Twice winners

• Over to you darling, Aloha
• lonely street
• The village of Sainte-Bernadette

• Under Paris Skies
• Danny Boy and Other Songs I Like to Sing
• Moon River and Other Great Movie Themes

• Million Vendor Songs
• Warm and willing
• Wine and Rose Days

• Andy Williams’ Christmas album
• The wonderful world of Andy Williams
• call me irresponsible

• Great Songs From ‘My Fair Lady’ and Other Broadway Hits
• Dear Heart by Andy Williams
• Merry Christmas

• The shadow of your smile
• In the arms of love
• born free

• Amour, Andy
• Dear
• happy heart

• Reunite with Andy Williams
• The raindrops keep falling on my head
• Le spectacle Andy Williams

• Love story
• You have a friend
• godfather love theme

• Alone again (of course)
• Solitaire
• The way we were

• Christmas gift
• You put me on my mind so easily
• the other side of me

• Andy
• love as much as we can
• The greatest classics of love

• Close enough for love
• I still believe in Santa Claus
• Nashville

• We need a little Christmas
• I don’t remember growing up

ANDY WILLIAMS AWARDS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Williams was a great musician of his time as he was nominated for six Grammy Awards and The Andy Williams Show won three Emmy Awards.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT ANDY WILLIAMS

Who is A.Williams?

Andy was a famous singer who gained wide recognition after Henry Mancini’s cover of Moon River was released in 1962.

How old was A. Williams when he died?

He was an American national who was born on December 3, 1927 and died on September 25, 2012 at the age of 84.

How tall is A. Williams?

Andy did not share his height with the public. Its size will be listed once we get it from a credible source.

Who was A. Williams married to?

Yes, Andy was married to Claudine Longet. They married in 1961 and had three children, Noelle, Christian and Robert. The couple later divorced in 1975 and Andy married Debbie Meyer until her demise.

How much is A. Williams worth?

Andy has never revealed his net worth. We will update this section when we obtain and verify information about the wealth and properties that were under his name.

How much does A. Williams earn?

There are no details indicating what he was doing annually or monthly. His salary figures will be updated as they become available.

Where does A. Williams live?

Andy was a resident of Branson, Missouri, USA. We will upload photos of his house as soon as we have them.

Is A. Williams still alive?

No, he died of bladder cancer on September 25, 2012.

Where was A. Williams born?

Andy was born in Wall Lake, Iowa, United States of America.

Where is A. Williams buried?

Andy’s body was cremated and his ashes were scattered in the man-made waterway at his theater in Branson.

Are the A. Williams brothers alive?

Dick Williams died on May 5, 2018 and Bob died on September 23, 2003. Their brother Don Williams is still alive and there have been no reports that he was sick.