Victor Willis Net Worth: $30 Million
Victor Willis is an American singer, songwriter, and actor best known for being the lead singer and co-songwriter of the disco group Village People. He earns a lucrative income stream from royalties and publishing related to songs like “YMCA”, “Go West”, “In The Navy” and “Macho Man”.
Victor Willis was born in Dallas, Texas in July 1951 and always performed dressed as a cop or naval officer. He starred in the original Broadway production of The Wiz in 1976.
Village People formed in 1977 and released their self-titled debut studio album in 1977. They released several successful albums, including Macho Man and Cruisin’. Their most successful single “Y.M.C.A.” reached #1 in nine countries and #2 in two others including the US.
Victor Willis is married to entertainment executive and lawyer Karen. Together they own residences in New York City and San Diego.
Victor owns 50% of the Village People’s music catalog, reportedly worth $20-$30 million. When he returned to Village People in 2017 Victor negotiated a deal that made him the exclusive licensee of the group.
