Huey P. Williams, the longtime frontman of the Jackson Southernaires and a cornerstone of American gospel music, died peacefully at his home in Smithdale, Mississippi, on March 24. He was 80. A trailblazer in traditional gospel,

Longtime frontman of the Jackson Southernaires, Huey P. Williams, died peacefully at his home in Smithdale, Mississippi on March 24 at 80.

The lead singer of the Gospel group, the Jackson Southernaires died, according to a press release. Huey Williams, died at his home on March 24.