American Legend DEAD…Fans Devastated by His Loss

The world is mourning the loss of one of the greatest American singers to ever live. Tony Bennett passed away in his hometown of New York City at the age of 96.

His career spanned an impressive 70 years and he was known for his instantly recognizable voice, which brought joy to countless people around the globe.

Throughout his long career, Tony Bennett earned a total of 20 Grammy Awards — including a Lifetime Achievement award presented in 2001 — and sold over 60 million records worldwide.

He achieved chart success in every decade from the 1950s to 2020s, with one of his most famous songs being “I Left My Heart In San Francisco” which he released in 1962. This song was written by George Cory and Douglass Cross, two Bay Area transplants who had relocated to New York City prior to its release.

Bennett was also praised by fellow singer Frank Sinatra who said: “For my money, Tony Bennett is the best singer in the business. He excites me when I watch him. He moves me…He’s the singer who gets across what the composer has in mind, and probably a little more.”

Even up until recently, Bennett continued releasing music, earning another Grammy Award alongside Lady Gaga for their collaboration on “Love For Sale” in April 2022 – making him only second-oldest winner ever!

Bennett was widely beloved for his warm personality and dedication to entertaining audiences no matter where he went, emphasizing how important it was that people were touched by something sincere and honest during performances – while adding humor as well so that everyone could feel good when they heard him sing.

Additionally, he often spoke about how America had produced some incredible composers such as Cole Porter, Irving Berlin George Gershwin & Jerome Kern whose songs would never die out thanks to their timelessness – truly cementing himself as one of America’s great musical legends!

We have lost an absolute icon…his impact will surely be felt for many more decades into the future!

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