Today In SCV History: October 11, 1985 - Newhall Resident, Western Musical Artist Tex Williams Dies Of Cancer Today In SCV History: October 11, 1985
Today In SCV History: October 11, 1985 - Newhall Resident, Western Musical Artist Tex Williams Dies Of Cancer
Today In SCV History: October 11, 1985
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Date: 10/11/2026 3:55pm
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Today in SCV History: Western Swing Singer Tex Williams Dies in Newhall at 68 in 1985
Western swing singer and bandleader Tex Williams died of cancer at age 68 on Oct. 11, 1985, at Newhall Community Hospital. Known for hits including “Smoke! Smoke! Smoke! (That Cigarette),” Williams spent the final 27 years of his life in Newhall, where he also operated a nightclub.
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Date: 10/11/2026 3:55pm
Article Summary:
Today in SCV History: Western Swing Singer Tex Williams Dies in Newhall at 68 in 1985
Western swing singer and bandleader Tex Williams died of cancer at age 68 on Oct. 11, 1985, at Newhall Community Hospital. Known for hits including “Smoke! Smoke! Smoke! (That Cigarette),” Williams spent the final 27 years of his life in Newhall, where he also operated a nightclub.
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