Music Icon Tony Bennett Passes Away at 96
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Renowned American music legend, Tony Bennett, tragically passed away on Friday morning at the age of 96, according to multiple reports in the international media. Bennett, whose notable collaborations include famous singers such as Frank Sinatra and Lady Gaga, has left an indelible mark on the music industry throughout his illustrious career, selling millions of records worldwide and earning a staggering 20 Grammy Awards, including the esteemed Lifetime Achievement Award.
The music icon had battled Alzheimer’s disease since being diagnosed in 2016; however, Bennett’s unwavering positivity shone through as he shared a profound quote on his social media accounts: “Life is a gift – even with Alzheimer’s.” Admirably, he continued to perform, culminating in a final show alongside Lady Gaga later that same year.
Having ventured into the entertainment industry in 1949, Tony Bennett released a remarkable 100 records between the 1950s and the 21st century, solidifying his position as an iconic figure. His contributions to music were rightfully recognized with accolades such as 14 Grammy Awards, including the coveted Lifetime Achievement Award, and the prestigious Billboard Century Award in 2006.
In 2016, Bennett’s album “The Silver Lining: The Songs Of Jerome Kern” earned him the Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album Award at the 58th Grammy Music Awards. He further solidified his legacy in 2018 by winning the Grammy for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album for his release “Tony Bennett Celebrates 90”.
In 2021, Tony Bennett gracefully bid farewell to the stage at New York’s iconic Radio City Music Hall. His remarkable talents were recognized once again as he received nominations for the 64th Annual Grammy Music Awards in categories such as Production Award, Best Pop Duo/Group Award for “I Get A Kick Out Of You,” and Album Award for “Love For Sale.”
On April 3, 2022, “Love For Sale” made further waves by triumphing at the 64th Grammy Awards, winning the accolades for Best Non-Classical Engineered Album and Best Traditional Pop Album. The music world mourns the loss of an extraordinary artist, but his timeless contributions to the industry will forever echo through the ages.
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Sohu Entertainment News According to multiple reports in the foreign media, American music legend Tony Bennett (Tony Bennett) died in New York on Friday morning at the age of 96.
Tony Bennett is reported to have worked with famous singers such as Frank Sinatra and Lady Gaga. Throughout his career, he has sold millions of records worldwide and won 20 Grammy Awards, including a Lifetime Achievement Award.
In 2016, he was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. His positivity is evident in paraphrasing a famous quote he shared on his social media accounts: “Life is a gift – even with Alzheimer’s.”
He went on to perform his final show with Lady Gaga later that year.
According to public information, Tony Bennett entered the entertainment industry in 1949. Between the 1950s and the 21st century, he released 100 records and won 14 Grammy Awards including the Lifetime Achievement Award.
In 2006, he was awarded the Billboard Century Award.
In 2016, with the album “The Silver Lining: The Songs Of Jerome Kern”, he won the Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album Award at the 58th Grammy Music Awards.
In 2018, he won the 60th Grammy for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album for his album “Tony Bennett Celebrates 90”.
In 2021, say goodbye to the stage at Radio City Music Hall in New York, USA; in the same year, he was nominated for the 64th Annual Grammy Music Awards Production Award and Best Pop Duo/Group Award for “I Get A Kick Out Of You”, and was nominated for the 64th Annual Grammy Music Awards Album Award for “Love For Sale”.
On April 3, 2022, “Love For Sale” won the 64th Grammy Awards for Best Non-Classical Engineered Album and Best Traditional Pop Album. Return to Sohu to see more
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