Andy Williams(December 3, 1927- September 25, 2012)

Andy Williams, an American singer who recorded 18 gold, three platinum albums and five Grammy nominations as well as having his own variety show from 1962-1971, died of bladder cancer September 25, 2012. He also owned a theater in Branson, Missouri that was named after his signature song, Moon River. In the 1960s, he had a middle American, Establishment appeal that was different from the counterculture movement at the time and was also known for his easy listening style. He remained on the charts thoughout the 1970s and had several television specials during the Holidays. He was also known for his famous Christmas time "The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year" and for singing the theme song for Oscar winning tear jerker, "Love Story. He was 84 years old.