Angelina Jolie's Uncle and 'Wild Thing' Songwriter Chip Taylor Dies at 86

Chip Taylor, the acclaimed songwriter behind "Wild Thing" and uncle to actress Angelina Jolie, has passed away at the age of 86 in hospice care.

24 Mar, 21:01 — 25 Mar, 00:51

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Chip Taylor was a significant figure in popular music, penning two enduring hits that have been covered by numerous artists. His death marks the end of an era for a songwriter whose work resonated across generations and influenced the landscape of rock and pop music.

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varietyMostly Factual7h ago

Chip Taylor, Songwriters Hall of Fame Member Who Wrote ‘Wild Thing’ and ‘Angel of the Morning,’ Dies at 86

Chip Taylor, the Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee who is best known for writing the classic hits “Angel of the Morning” and “Wild Thing,” died Monday at age 86. The death was reported on social media by his friend, singer Billy Vera, who said that Taylor passed away while in hospice care. No immediate cause […]

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hollywood-reporterMostly Factual7h ago

Chip Taylor, “Wild Thing” and “Angel of the Morning” Songwriter, Dies at 86

The Americana singer — Jon Voight’s younger brother — also wrote “Try (Just a Little Bit Harder)” and quit music for 14 years to be a professional gambler, only to return.

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Chip Taylor, ‘Wild Thing’ and ‘Angel of the Morning’ Songwriter, Dead at 86

The Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee also penned "He Sits at Your Table," "I Can't Let Go," and other popular songs

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Chip Taylor, Songwriter Behind ‘Wild Thing’ & ‘Angel of the Morning,’ Dies at 86

He was the youngest brother of actor Jon Voight.

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tmzMixed8h ago

Angelina Jolie's Uncle & 'Wild Thing' Songwriter Chip Taylor Dead at 86

Chip Taylor, beloved uncle to Angelina Jolie and the man who wrote the classic song "Wild Thing," is dead. Chip died Monday night in hospice care, according to a social media post from Grammy-winning singer Billy Vera. The official cause of death…

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First report: tmz · 24 Mar, 21:01|Full coverage: 5 · 4h|Window: 4h

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Angelina Jolie's Uncle & 'Wild Thing' Songwriter Chip Taylor Dead at 86

hollywood-reporter24 Mar, 21:53

Chip Taylor, “Wild Thing” and “Angel of the Morning” Songwriter, Dies at 86

variety24 Mar, 22:17

Chip Taylor, Songwriters Hall of Fame Member Who Wrote ‘Wild Thing’ and ‘Angel of the Morning,’ Dies at 86

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Chip Taylor, ‘Wild Thing’ and ‘Angel of the Morning’ Songwriter, Dead at 86

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Chip Taylor, Songwriters Hall of Fame Member Who Wrote ‘Wild Thing’ and ‘Angel of the Morning,’ Dies at 86

Chip Taylor, “Wild Thing” and “Angel of the Morning” Songwriter, Dies at 86

Chip Taylor, ‘Wild Thing’ and ‘Angel of the Morning’ Songwriter, Dead at 86

Chip Taylor, Songwriter Behind ‘Wild Thing’ & ‘Angel of the Morning,’ Dies at 86

Angelina Jolie's Uncle & 'Wild Thing' Songwriter Chip Taylor Dead at 86

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Angelina Jolie's Uncle & 'Wild Thing' Songwriter Chip Taylor Dead at 86

Chip Taylor, “Wild Thing” and “Angel of the Morning” Songwriter, Dies at 86

Chip Taylor, Songwriters Hall of Fame Member Who Wrote ‘Wild Thing’ and ‘Angel of the Morning,’ Dies at 86

Chip Taylor, ‘Wild Thing’ and ‘Angel of the Morning’ Songwriter, Dead at 86

Chip Taylor, Songwriter Behind ‘Wild Thing’ & ‘Angel of the Morning,’ Dies at 86

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