Today in 1964, we released our single “My Girl,” and in 1967 our single “I Wish It Would Rain”! Both featured the vocals of David Ruffin, with the former peaking at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and the latter peaking at No. 4.
Dr. Otis Williams, sole surviving, founding member of the legendary Temptations, turns 82 today!! Please join management, the group, the band, fellow artists, family, and friends from across the globe in celebrating this special day.
“Eddie Kendricks, a founding member of The Temptations, and affectionately nicknamed “Corn” by the group because he loved cornbread, will always be remembered as one of our original superstars, whose iconic voice was one of the greatest in the modern era.
Very sad to learn of the passing of our brother, Dennis Edwards. He is now at peace, and our love and prayers go out to his family. We acknowledge his extraordinary contribution to The Temptations legacy, which lives on in the music. Temptations Forever~Otis Williams
Today we celebrate our brother Eddie Kendricks aka "Corn" on what would have been his 85th birthday! One of the best tenors in the business, he was a true icon whose voice continues to touch hearts and inspire generations. We love and miss you Eddie. 🤍
Happy 85th Birthday to a member of our original Temptations lineup, Paul Williams! Paul was a driving force in the group who always aimed for excellence. We love and miss you, brother.
The Temptations kicked off Dr. Otis Williams’ 82nd Birthday during their concert in Texas last night. Stay tuned throughout the day as we continue to celebrate Dr. Otis Williams, founding member of The Temptations.
“Love Tony Bennett, his ageless voice, smile and charisma lit up the entertainment world. One of the great music legends in the Modern Era. Sending our deepest condolences to all his family and friends." — Otis Williams, The Temptations, & Shelly Berger, manager
60 years ago today, the Temptations released “The Way You Do The Things You Do”! Cowritten and produced by Smokey Robinson, TWYDTTYD was the quintet’s first charting single on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at No. 11, and has been a U.S. Top 40 Hit in four different decades. 🕯️