Soul Singer And Thomas Brothers' Dad Dougie James Has Died
LADbible - News·2020-11-28 23:00
The Thomas Brothers' dad Dougie James has died aged 72.
The passing of the former lead singer of Dougie James And The Soul Train was confirmed on Facebook by his brother Barry.
Credit: ITV
Dougie was father to former Coronation Street actor Ryan, and twins Adam, of Emmerdale fame, and Scott, who was a contestant on Love Island.
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Barry's Facebook post read: "Thanks to Ryan Scott and Adam for letting me know the legend that was my brother Dougie James has passed away thanks for the laughs the musical education Bro see you on the other side."
In the height of his fame, Dougie and his band supported The Jackson Five.
Radio presenter Mike Shaft paid tribute to him on BBC Manchester.
He said: "He played all over the north west, in those days when they were playing places like Golden Garter they'd have bands on, an American band and then Dougie James.
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"Wonderful guy, always a smile on his face. Always a happy story. Very sad news."
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