– Henry Fambrough, Last Surviving Original Member of the Spinners, Dies at
– Henry Fambrough, Last Surviving Member of the Spinners, Dies at.
Henry Fambrough, Last Original Member of the Spinners, Passes Away at 85
Henry Fambrough, the final surviving original member of the renowned R&B group the Spinners, has sadly passed away at the age of 85. The news of his death was confirmed by Tanisha Jackson, spokesperson for the Spinners, who revealed that Fambrough died of natural causes on February 7. He had been under hospice care for the past month before passing away peacefully in his home in Virginia.
Having spent an incredible seven decades with the Spinners, Fambrough was an integral part of the group and played a crucial role in their success. His final public appearance took place just over two months ago, when he attended the Spinners’ induction ceremony into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in November. It was a moment of great pride for Fambrough, as he was able to witness and bask in the recognition of their remarkable achievements.
Born in Detroit in 1938, Fambrough co-founded the Spinners in 1954 alongside Pervis Jackson, Billy Henderson, Bobby Smith, and C.P. Spencer. After signing with Tri-Phi Records, which was later acquired by Berry Gordy’s Motown Records, the Spinners achieved tremendous success on the pop charts with hits like “Could It Be I’m Falling in Love,” “I’ll Be Around,” “Then Came You,” “One of a Kind (Love Affair),” “Games People Play,” “The Rubberband Man,” and “Working My Back to You.”
Following their decade-long stint with Motown, the Spinners experienced a defining moment in the 1970s with the release of “It’s A Shame,” a song co-written by the legendary Stevie Wonder. The addition of lead singer Philippé Wynne brought a fresh dynamic to the group, and they went on to sign with Atlantic Records in the early ’70s. Collaborating extensively with producer Thom Bell, the Spinners continued to deliver hits while welcoming new members into the band.
Despite lineup changes, Fambrough remained a constant presence in the Spinners until his retirement in April 2023. Throughout his career, he left an indelible mark on the music industry and will always be remembered for his immense contributions to the group’s success.
Henry Fambrough is survived by his wife, Norma Fambrough, and leaves behind a lasting legacy in the world of R&B music. His talent, passion, and dedication will continue to inspire generations to come.
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– Henry Fambrough, Last Surviving Original Member of the Spinners
– Henry Fambrough, Last Surviving Member of the Spinners.
