'Love Boat' theme song singer and Grammy winner Jack Jones dies at 86

Times of discover News: Jack Jones, who lent his voice to the famous theme song of The Love Boat, died recently at the age of 86. He battled leukemia for nearly two years and passed away peacefully at Eisenhower Hospital in Rancho Mirage, California. His singing style was inspired by greats like Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett, and he rose to fame in the 1960s, becoming a Grammy winner.

Popular Hits and Awards of the 1960s

Jack Jones' career included many memorable hits and awards. Some of his notable songs and awards are as follows:

1961 Lollipops and Roses   Grammy Award Winner

1963 Wives and Lovers       Grammy Award Winner

1966 The Impossible             Dream Grammy Nomination

These songs catapulted him to stardom and made him a special identity in the 1960s.

Born in Hollywood, Jack Jones was the son of actors Allan Jones and Irene Harvey. He began his career performing with his father in Las Vegas. His singing clearly reflects Sinatra's inspiration, and he has showcased his talent on many big stages.

Jack Jones' The Love Boat theme song was a hit with audiences, depicting the thrill of adventure travel. Apart from this, he also starred in many films, including 1982's Airplane II: The Sequel and 2013's American Hustle.

In 1989, a star was made in his name on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, in which he was praised by Judy Garland as "the best jazz singer in the world". In his career, Jones earned five Grammy nominations and two wins, which tell the story of his achievements.