Chuck Negron, Lead Vocalist and Founding Member of 3 Dog Night, Dies at 83

February 03, 2026 | Los Angeles, CA

Chuck Negron, a founding member and lead singer of the iconic 1970s rock band 3 Dog Night, has died at age 83. Negron passed away on Feb. 2. The group rose to fame with chart-topping hits such as "Joy to the World," which reached No. 1 in 1971.

Chuck negron, founding member of 1970's rock group 3 dog night, passed away on 02/02/26 @ the age of 83. Their best known song is Joy to the world. May he rest in peace.

During the 1970s, 3 Dog Night enjoyed tremendous success, producing several No. 1 singles and albums that fused rock, pop and soul elements.

Negron's influential voice and contributions to the band's sound have cemented an enduring legacy in rock music history.

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