Stevie Wonder ‘Good Times’ Vocalist Dies at 79
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Stevie Wonder ‘Good Times’ Vocalist Dies at 79

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July 19, 2026 at 4:39pm UTC
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Renowned session vocalist Jim Gilstrap, known for his work with Stevie Wonder and hits like “You Are the Sunshine of My Life,” has passed away at 79 in Los Angeles. With a career spanning over five decades, Gilstrap also had success as a solo artist and contributed to various projects by music legends.

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