Adam Wade (1935–2022) was an American singer, musician, actor, and television personality known for his smooth, romantic vocal style and chart success in the early 1960s. Influenced by the elegance of Nat King Cole, Wade achieved major hits with songs like “Take Good Care of Her” and “The Writing on the Wall.” Beyond music, he broke barriers as the first African American host of a network game show and enjoyed a diverse career in film, television, and theater, leaving a lasting imprint on popular culture.