Jimmy Beaumont

1940–2017 (age 77)

Singer

Biography

Jimmy Beaumont's honeyed tenor gave voice to the hopeful harmonies of doo-wop’s golden era, rising to prominence as the lead singer for The Skyliners and leaving a lasting imprint on fans across the country with heartfelt performances and a passionate connection to every lyric.

Well beyond the spotlight, he remained a mentor to younger artists and a beloved fixture in his community, continuing to sing in churches and local venues while treasuring time with family, before being laid to rest at New Saint Josephs Cemetery.

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