Warren Tipton: key obituary facts
Is Warren Tipton dead? Yes. Warren Tipton died on May 9, 2026.
Cause of death: Warren Tipton's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Warren Tipton known for?
He was known as American singer (1958–2026).
More about Warren Tipton
Gender: male.
Warren Tipton, an American singer best known for his work with The Chi-Lites, died on May 9, 2026.
He was an American R&B and soul singer from Gary, Indiana, who joined The Chi-Lites in 2018 and served as the group’s lead and background vocalist on concerts before leaving in 2023. Born on June 12, 1958, Tipton was also known as the father of rapper Freddie Gibbs.
Warren F. Tipton (June 12, 1958 – May 9, 2026) was an American R&B and soul singer from Gary, Indiana. He was notably a member of The Chi-Lites, joining in 2018 to serve as the lead & background vocalist on concerts for the group, before leaving in 2023. He is also known for being the father of rapper Freddie Gibbs.