Tony Bennett, the master pop vocalist who had a professional career spanning eight decades with a No. 1 album at age 85, died on Friday morning in New York City. He was 96. Bennett was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2016, but had continued to perform and record through 2021. ...
Bennett recalled advice Frank Sinatra gave him back in 1956, when the young singer visited the Chairman of the Board backstage at the Paramount Theatre. Bennett had had early success, and an offer to do a summer replacement TV show. "I had never met him. When I got in his dressing room...
Tony Bennett, the eminent stylist and last of the great saloon singers whose devotion to classic American songs and knack for creating new standards such as "I Left My Heart In San Francisco" graced a decadeslong career, has died at 96.
Born Anthony Dominick Bennedetto, Tony Bennett captivated fans around the world with his true-to-life "rags to riches" story. He was born to a poor Italian immigrant family living in Queens and lost his father at the age of 10. Tony turned to singing to help his family get through the ...
Tony Bennett, masterful stylist of American musical standards, dies at 96 Tony Bennett, the eminent and timeless stylist whose devotion to classic American songs and knack for creating new standards such as“I Left My Heart In San Francisco”graced a decadeslong career that brought him...
Tony Bennett.Virginia Sherwood/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images As rock & roll became the dominant art form of the late '60s, Bennett's style of music fell increasingly out of favor, and he struggled to maintain relevance. (A 1970 album calledTony Sings the Great Hits of Today...
passing of iconic singer Tony Bennett. Bennett, known for being one of the most beloved and recognizable voices in popular culture passed away July 21st, less than two weeks shy of his birthday. Bennett died in his hometown of New York. A cause of death was not disclosed. He was 96. ...
Tony Bennett, masterful stylist of American musical standards, dies at 96 Bennett's duet partner in the song "It Had to Be You" and "American Idol" winnerCarrie Underwoodpaid tribute in an Instagram post, clipping a slideshow of photos of Bennett and hersel...
Tony Bennett dies at 96, leaves ‘irreplaceable' impression on celebrities, admirers Celebrities, friends, and admirers are mourning the death of Grammy winner and beloved musical legendTony Bennettwhose career spanned over seven decades. Bennett, who would have turned...
Tony Bennett, Grammy-winning singer loved by generations, dies at age 96 Tony Bennett's joyful and stirring renditions of classic songs made him one of the most popular interpreters of jazz, pop and Broadway standards. Jul 21, 2023 Bennett Showcases His Jazz Artistry On GRAMMY-Nominated Album...