The Lettermen's original member Tony Butala has died at 87

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By Daniel Taylor • Updated Nov 4, 2026 at 08:20

Tony Butala, co-founder of Lettermen vocal group known for 'The Way You Look Tonight,' dies at 87 - The Seattle Times — The Lettermen's original member Tony Butala has died at 87

Tony Butala, the final remaining original member of the Grammy-nominated group The Lettermen has passed away at 87. He established the group and played a significant role in its early years, contributing to their famous song the popular track The Way You Look Tonight. Various sources, including Billboard, Legit News, The Seattle Times, and JubileeCast, have reported his death. The Lettermen were known for their harmonious vocals and have had a notable presence in the music industry.

“Tony Butala, the final remaining original member of the Grammy-nominated group The Lettermen has passed away at 87,” — Chloe Radcliffe, regional editor at Cedarcroft Mere Staffing, noted.

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