Tony Bennett Has Died, Aged 96 Music Chat

[Ginger Ted]

Legendary pop and jazz singer Tony Bennett has died at the age of 96.

Bennett, known for his performances with singers as diverse as Frank Sinatra and Lady Gaga, sold millions of records around the world throughout his career and won 20 Grammys, including a lifetime achievement award.

A statement posted on his Twitter account said: "Tony left us today but he was still singing the other day at his piano and his last song was Because of You, his first #1 hit.

"Tony, because of you we have your songs in our heart forever."

 

[Boot Cleaner]

Great singer. A real class act.

That's not a bad innings and a hell of a life to boot, but nonetheless sad to see a real legend go.

 

[Black Sheep]

One of the old-time, all-time greats. A true legend.

 

[Bandit]

Exceptional singer.

A great character...warm and dignified, probably why he lived so long.

 

[Gemma]

Sad news. I loved Tony Bennett's voice.

The last of the truly great swing crooners

 

[Fraser]

He had a beautiful voice.

I remember watching a news report about him suffering from dementia. They caught a fantastic moment where a pianist played one of his songs and he had a moment of clarity singing along.