Founding member of rock band Three Dog Night dies at 83 after long illness as tributes paid

CHUCK Negron, founding member of iconic rock band Three Dog Night, has died aged 83.

The tragic star, known for powerful performances on hits such as “Joy to the World” and “An Old fashioned Love Song”, passed away at his home in Los Angeles on Monday.

Obit Chuck Negron
Chuck Negron has died aged 83Credit: AP

The singer-songwriter’s lead vocals were instrumental in making Three Dog Night one was America’s leading rock bands in the late 1960s and early 1970s.

He died at his home in Studio City following a decades-long battles with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and a recent bout of heart failure.

His team confirmed the news and praised Negron’s successful career.

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