Anthony Dominick Benedetto was an American jazz and traditional pop singer. He received many accolades, including 20 Grammy Awards, a Lifetime Achievement Award, and two Primetime Emmy Awards.
Bio/Wiki
Age- 96 years
Height- 1.71 m
Weight-77kg
Born- 3 August 1926
Birthplace – Long Island City, New York, United States
Death- 21 July 2023
Profession-Singer, Actor, Writer
Spouse – Susan Crow (m. 2007), Patricia Beech (m. 1952–1971)
Children: Danny Bennett, Antonia Bennett, Dae Bennett, Joanna Bennett
Nationality-American
Family
Tony Bennett was born at St. John’s Hospital in Long Island City, Queens, New York City. His parents, John Benedetto, who worked as a grocer, and Anna (née Suraci), a seamstress, welcomed their first child in a hospital, marking a significant event for their family.
Wife
On February 12, 1952, Tony Bennett tied the knot with Patricia Beech, an art student from Ohio and a jazz enthusiast whom he had met the previous year after one of his nightclub performances in Cleveland.
Together, Tony and Patricia had two sons named D’Andrea (Danny, born 1954) and Daegal (Dae, born 1955). In 1965, Bennett and Patricia separated, and their marriage came to an end when Patricia filed for divorce on grounds of adultery in 1969. The divorce was finalized in 1971.
In 1965, during the filming of The Oscar, Tony Bennett became involved with aspiring actress Sandra Grant. The couple chose to live together and quietly tied the knot on December 29, 1971, in New York. They moved to Los Angeles and welcomed two daughters named Joanna (born 1970) and Antonia (born 1974). However, their marriage lasted until 1983.
In the late 1980s, Tony Bennett found love once again and entered into a lasting romantic relationship with Susan Crow, a former New York City schoolteacher.
Net Worth 2023
At the time of his passing, Tony Bennett’s net worth was approximately $200 million, a remarkable achievement for an artist who had sold over 50 million records throughout his illustrious career!
Career
Tony Bennett started his career as a crooner of pop tunes, achieving early hits like “Because of You” and “Cold, Cold Heart.” He continued to succeed with songs like “Rags to Riches” and “Stranger in Paradise.” Despite the challenges of the rock and roll era, Bennett remained popular, scoring more Billboard Top 40 hits in the late 1950s. He also hosted television variety shows during this time.
In 1954, Chuck Wayne became Bennett’s musical director. His first jazz-leaning album, “Cloud 7,” was released in 1955. Ralph Sharon took over as musical director in 1957, urging Bennett to focus on jazz. The successful album “The Beat of My Heart” featured renowned jazz musicians. Bennett collaborated with Count Basie, and their albums received critical acclaim. In 1962, Bennett’s Carnegie Hall concert was a major success.
In 1965, Ralph Sharon and Bennett parted ways. Bennett faced pressure to record contemporary rock songs, but was reluctant and struggled with the results. His album “Tony Sings the Great Hits of Today!” was a disappointment. He later recalled his dismay at being asked to do such material. In 1972, he moved to the Verve division of MGM Records and tried various approaches, including more Beatles material, but saw no commercial success.
Later years and final album
On his 80th birthday, He received extensive publicity, which continued throughout the following year. His album “Duets: An American Classic” achieved great success on the charts and won two Grammy Awards. He appeared on various shows and specials, including “Saturday Night Live” with Alec Baldwin and “Tony Bennett: An American Classic” on NBC.
He received numerous awards and honors, including the National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Masters Award. He continued to perform, record, and collaborate with various artists, including Billy Joel and Lady Gaga. In 2011, he released “Duets II” and “Viva Duets,” featuring collaborations with various singers. His album “Cheek to Cheek” with Lady Gaga debuted at number one on the Billboard charts, making him the oldest artist to achieve this feat. Bennett remained active in the music industry even after his official retirement, continuing to rehearse and record. He passed away on August 6, 2021, leaving behind a remarkable musical legacy.
Cause of death
On August 6, 2021, she passed away at her residence in New York City due to age-related causes, as confirmed by her publicist Sylvia Weiner.
