09/11/2026
Mayor Andre Dickens issued the following statement on the passing of James L. Virgil.
“My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this time.
The City of Atlanta is deeply saddened by the loss of Atlanta businessman, James L. Virgil, affectionately known as Mr. V, an icon in Atlanta’s entertainment and nightlife community. In the 1970s & 1980s, Mr. V owned the legendary nightclub Mr. V’s Figure 8 And in recent years became a staple in the hospitality business by providing local businesses with resources and supplies through his business Mr. V’s Restaurant Equipment & Store Fixtures located in Downtown Atlanta.”
- Mayor Andre Dickens