Three Dog Night founder Chuck Negron has died at 83 after monthslong health battle

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It’s with a heavy heart that I share the news of Chuck Negron’s passing. As the lead singer and founding member of Three Dog Night, he brought so much joy to so many of us. He passed away peacefully at his home in Studio City, California, at the age of 83, after a courageous battle with COPD. It’s a real loss for the music world, and he’ll be deeply missed.

According to a statement from his publicist, Zach Farnum, Negron died peacefully surrounded by his family, as reported by Variety.

According to his obituary, as reported by Deadline, the vocalist Negron had been struggling with both COPD and heart problems for several months before he died.

Looking back on a life well-lived, and through all the highs and lows, family was always his top priority. That’s what really mattered to him, especially his wonderfully unique and large family – it was the heart of everything.

Three Dog Night is known for many popular songs, including hits like “Joy to the World” (also known as “Jeremiah Was a Bullfrog”), “An Old Fashioned Love Song”, “One”, “The Show Must Go On”, “Mama Told Me (Not to Come)”, and “Shambala”.

Mr. Negron is remembered by his wife, Ami Albea Negron, and his children: Shaunti Negron Levick, Berry Oakley, Charles Negron III, Charlotte Negron, and Annabelle Negron. He is also survived by his siblings, Rene Negron and Denise Negron, as well as nine grandchildren, five nieces, and two nephews.

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2026-02-03 07:03