Happy birthday! Otis Williams turns 84 today

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The iconic and legendary singer turns 84 on Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025.
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Temptations singer Otis Williams is celebrating his 84th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Popular singer-songwriter Otis Williams has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 84th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Williams, a cultural icon

Born in Texarkana on October 30, 1941, Otis Williams' career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Williams' not just a great singer, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Otis hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Otis Williams as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 84.

Happy Birthday, Otis, you're the best!

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