Nancy Sinatra, Elton John, and More Remember Tony Bennett
Through his music, Tony Bennett touched the lives of generations of listeners. On July 21, the singer died in New York City at age 96. His first major hit, “Because of You,” debuted in 1951 and went to No. 1 on the Billboard “Hot 100.” His last top-ten album came 70 years later, his second collaborative record with Lady Gaga, Love for Sale. It should be no surprise, then, that celebrities of all ages remembered the singer with heartfelt tributes and reactions. Susan Benedetto, Bennett’s wife since 2007, shared a photo of Bennett in Florence during their honeymoon exclusively with People on July 22. “Tony, naturally, loved visiting his ancestral homeland, and we spent many summers in Italy over the years, and it was always a special time for us to be together, just the two of us,” she said of the photo. “Tony would paint all day, and then we would eat pasta, which was his favorite meal. I love how this photo captured his thoughtful demeanor … everyone knows Tony had heart, but he also was a wonderful soul.” Below, notable names, from Elton John to Carrie Underwood and Fran Drescher to President Barack Obama, also expressed their gratitude to the late performer.
Tony Bennett was an iconic songwriter and entertainer who charmed generations of fans. He was also a good man—Michelle and I will always be honored that he performed at my inauguration. We're thinking of his wife Susan, his kids, and everyone who is missing him today. pic.twitter.com/TglWTA06Zm
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) July 21, 2023 View this post on InstagramTis w/ gr8 sadness, we say farewell to the late great Tony Bennett. He exemplified a person who was good as gold, sweet like sugar & a deeply feeling, empathic human being. I wish more had the stuff you were made of Tony. RIP 🙏 #power2performers pic.twitter.com/j0PrP5mi5I
— Fran Drescher (@frandrescher) July 21, 2023rest in peace, tony... you changed the world with your voice... thank you for always being so kind to me... i love you and i'll miss you very much... @itstonybennett
photo credit: kevin mazur pic.twitter.com/56Q2TkNDzd
— Harry Connick Jr (@HarryConnickJR) July 21, 2023Very sad to hear about Tony Bennett’s passing. Rest in Peace pic.twitter.com/Q0OTK5OJfC
— Ozzy Osbourne (@OzzyOsbourne) July 21, 2023Tony was one of the most splendid people who ever lived. Kind, loving, talented and generous, he never let us down.
Sending my love to Susan, Danny and their family and friends. Tony was a true champion.💙#TonyBennett pic.twitter.com/aLWnj0VOlF
— Nancy Sinatra (@NancySinatra) July 21, 2023Just heard about the great Tony Bennett passing. What a legacy of not only superb timeless music, but a class act study in cool, grace, and elegance. pic.twitter.com/G5FSOphIEA
— Keith Urban (@KeithUrban) July 21, 2023May you Rest in Peace, Tony Bennett!
Photo from 2015
Photo: J. Bouquet pic.twitter.com/ZYVlktk8tz
— Keith Richards (@officialKeef) July 21, 2023The great Tony Bennett sings "Everybody Has The Blues." RIP, Tony. pic.twitter.com/lPhpTPy3kI
— David Letterman (@Letterman) July 21, 2023 View this post on InstagramView this post on InstagramView this post on InstagramView this post on InstagramView this post on InstagramView this post on InstagramThis one shouldn’t sting so much because any of us would take 96 years, but man is it hard to imagine a world without the great Tony Bennett. 💔 https://t.co/IFCUhxP868
— Josh Gad (@joshgad) July 21, 2023Sending my prayers for and condolences to the family of #TonyBennett whose legendary career spanned seven decades. He marched with us in 1964. He was dedicated to civil and human rights and to the arts. He will live as long as we remember him. #IleftmyheartinSanFrancisco 🙏🏽🎹🎤🕊️ pic.twitter.com/Hnwb9yMxzE
— Rev Jesse Jackson Sr (@RevJJackson) July 21, 2023My most heartfelt condolences go out to Tony Bennett’s family and friends. They’re also my emotional family and friends pic.twitter.com/eohrA6fpjI
— Nile Rodgers (@nilerodgers) July 21, 2023This is a developing story.
Related
Nancy Sinatra, Elton John, and More Remember Tony BennettncG1vNJzZmivp6x7t8HLrayrnV6YvK57wKuropucmny1u82yZJudnqOytcCMpqauqp6asW6u2GakrquZmLaiutJmnauhlaOxtHnAnKuoqqNjtbW5yw%3D%3D