Tony Bennett has died at the age of 96

Tony Bennett has died at the age of 96

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Julai 21, 2023
The legend's departure was confirmed by his publicist Sylvia Weiner in a statement.

Tony Bennett has died at the age of 96

The legend's departure was confirmed by his publicist Sylvia Weiner in a statement.

NEW YORK: Popular pop and jazz singer who won 20 Grammy Awards, Tony Bennett died at the age of 96, on Friday.

The legend's departure was confirmed by his publicist Sylvia Weiner in a statement to the AP.

According to Weiner, Bennett died in his hometown of New York.

"There is no specific cause of death but Bennett was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in 2016," he said.

Here are five things about Bennett:

Bennett was involved in the music industry for almost eight decades, starting from the 1950s to 2021. The late's extraordinary abilities positioned him to remain relevant and popular throughout the ages and make him an example of a successful artist.

Bennett is also recognized as one of the best singers who understand and interpret the Great American Songbook. This collection of songs includes American classics popular from the 1920s to the 1960s. Bennett's talent for giving these songs a personal and meaningful touch made him a legend in classical music.

The song I Left My Heart in San Francisco released in 1962 was one of Bennett's greatest achievements. This song has solidified his authority as a famous popular singer. The song also won a Grammy Award for Best Record in 1963.

Bennett also received respect and recognition from famous artists such as Frank Sinatra. Sinatra once mentioned the deceased as the most popular and greatest singer in the world.

Despite his worsening health status after being diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in 2016, Bennett has continued to show an amazing spirit and perseverance in pursuing his music career. He did not stop performing and recording. It is an inspiration to people and fellow artists in the world.