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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Laura Harding

Boogie Fever singer Foster Sylvers singer dies aged 64

  • Foster Sylvers, the singer and bassist for the 1970s family band The Sylvers, has passed away at the age of 64.
  • His daughter, Erin Sylvers, confirmed his death through heartfelt tributes shared on social media.
  • The Sylvers, often likened to The Jackson family, achieved significant chart success with hits including “Boogie Fever”, “Hot Line” and “Fool’s Paradise”.
  • Foster Sylvers also had a solo career, releasing his debut album at 10 years old in 1973, which featured his hit single Misdemeanor .
  • Tributes have been shared, including a poignant message from actress Holly Robinson Peete, who recalled her teenage crush on the late singer.

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Foster Sylvers death: The Sylvers star and ‘Boogie Fever’ singer dies, aged 64

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