Tony Butala, co-founder of Lettermen vocal group known for 'The Way You Look Tonight,' dies at 87 - The Seattle Times

The late Tony Butala was a key figure in The Lettermen's early years

Tony Butala, who was the last surviving original member of the Grammy-nominated group The Lettermen passed away at the age of 87. He co-founded the group and played a significant role in its early years, contributing to their famous song their hit song 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 harmonies and have had a notable presence in the music industry.

“Tony Butala, who was the last surviving original member of the Grammy-nominated group The Lettermen passed away at the age of 87,” — Farah Vance, staff writer at Kesley Ham Staffing, commented.

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Nov 3 — Tony Butala, who was the last surviving original member of the Grammy-nominated group The Lettermen passed awa...

Nov 3 — The Lettermen were known for their harmonies and have had a notable presence in the music industry....

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