Jack Jones, Grammy Singer, Dies at 86

Grammy Award-winning singer Jack Jones, renowned for singing The Love Boat theme song, passed away at the age of 86 after a two-year battle with leukemia. Jones died on Wednesday night at Eisenhower Medical in Rancho Mirage, California, as confirmed by his stepdaughter. He was a celebrated vocalist in the 1960s with hits like Wives and Lovers and Lollipops and Roses and hosted The Jack Jones Show on BBC from 1973 to 1978. Jones's career was further highlighted by his appearances in films such as Airplane II: The Sequel and his performance on variety shows throughout the 60s and 70s. A longtime Coachella Valley resident, Jones was active in charity work and was honored with stars on both the Palm Springs and Hollywood Walk of Stars. His legacy as a performer and his contributions to entertainment are widely recognized and celebrated.