About Will Ferdy
Lived 1927 – 2022 (aged 95). Will Ferdy was a Belgian singer, cabaret performer and actor.
Werner Ferdinande (9 March 1927 – 8 November 2022), known as Will Ferdy, was a Belgian singer. He became known for the songs Christine, Belijdenis, De stervende, , and , which is a song, based on the poem with the same name, by Guido Gezelle. He was a figurehead within the gay community, because he was the first Flemish singer to come out. He received the Gay Krant award in 2006. Earlier in his career, Ferdy was also active as a comedian.
Ferdy suffered from Parkinson's disease. He died in Antwerp on 8 November 2022, at the age of 95.
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Who was Will Ferdy?
Belgian singer and cabaret artist (1927–2022)
When was Will Ferdy born?
Will Ferdy was born on 9 March 1927 in Ghent.
When did Will Ferdy die?
Will Ferdy died on 8 November 2022 in Antwerp.
What was Will Ferdy's occupation?
Will Ferdy was a singer, cabaret performer and actor.
What nationality was Will Ferdy?
Will Ferdy was Belgian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Will Ferdy. https://biography.guide/will-ferdy/
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