Musicians who died on June 1

Take a focused look at the musicians who passed away on June 1. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1991 David Ruffin

  David Ruffin was an influential American soul singer and musician, best known as one of the lead singers of the Motown group The Temptations during their classic 'Classic Five' period. He is acclaimed for his distinctive voice and passionate performances, particularly on hits like "My Girl." [bio]