“It is with profound sadness that we announce the recent passing of Tony Butala, founding member of the international recording artists ‘The Lettermen,’ and recipient of a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Our most heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with his children, grandchildren, siblings, the love of his life, the entire Lettermen organization and all who knew and loved him.”

The Lettermen · said date not stated · reported 2026-11-03

The band's media coordinator shared an official statement from The Lettermen announcing the passing of founding member Tony Butala.