R&B 'I'm Your Puppet' legend dies from COVID-19 complications in Pensacola

PENSACOLA, Fla. — One-half of the duo group, James and Bobby Purify, has passed away to complications to COVID-19.

James Purify died in Pensacola on Friday.

James Purify and his brother Bobby were popular in the 1960s for their single, "I'm Your Puppet."

The single reach #5 on the US R&B chart and #6 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1966.

The single was nominated for a Grammy Award in 1967 for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals. It also was featured on their 1967 album.

The single ranked #46 on the Billboard Year-End Hot 100 singles of 1966.

Purify leaves behind six children and a host of grandchildren.

The services and arrangements have not been determined.