Tony Bennett Bio, Parents, Wife, Children, Siblings, Net Worth

Tony Bennett Bio, Parents, Wife, Children, Siblings, Net Worth: Tony Bennett, officially known as Anthony Dominick Benedetto was an American singer.

Born on August 3, 1926, he developed a passion for singing at a younger age, was consistent throughout his career, and rose to become one of the most sought-after singers.

During a career that spanned eight decades, he amassed many accolades including 20 Grammy Awards, a Lifetime Achievement Award, and two Primetime Emmy Awards.

With more than 70 albums to his name, Bennett sold millions of records around the world throughout his career.

Bennett was known for several chart-topping songs such as; The Way You Look Tonight, Body and Soul and (I Left My Heart) In San Francisco.

He also worked with star performers including; Lady Gaga, Aretha Franklin, and Frank Sinatra, who referred to him as “the best singer in the business”.

Sadly, the legendary pop and jazz singer has died. Tony Bennett passed away at 96 on Friday, July 21, 2023.

At this time of writing, the cause of his death has not yet been made public but he had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2016.

His last public appearance was in August 2021, when he performed at the Radio City Music Hall with Lady Gaga.

As news of his death spread, tributes began to pour in from around the world from fans, music lovers, and the whole music community.

Former US first lady Hillary Clinton described Bennett as a “true talent, a true gentleman”. She tweeted; “A true talent, a true gentleman, and a true friend. We’ll miss you, Tony, and thanks for all the memories”

George Takei posted; “The great Tony Bennett has passed away at the age of 96. He was the last of his kind, a master of the American songbook. He may have left his Heart in San Francisco, but he won all of our hearts, from Sinatra to Lady Gaga. Be at peace, and sing to us now from the stars, Tony”

Paul Young wrote; “Ahhh, RIP Tony Bennett, truly one of the greats. The first album I had was Tony Bennett sings 10 Rodgers and Hart songs, from when my record company in 1976 let me do a ‘bank raid’ of their vinyl stock and I was a fan from there on in. An incredible singer live, saw him many times”

Nile Rogers added; “My most heartfelt condolences go out to Tony Bennett’s family and friends. They’re also my emotional family and friends

At the time of this report, the family was planning her final funeral arrangement and the details are yet to be finalized. We will keep you updated.

Tony Bennett Age

Tony Bennett was born on August 3, 1926. He celebrated his 96th birthday in August last year (2022) before he died on Friday, July 21, 2023.

Tony Bennett Height & Weight

Tony Bennett stood at a height of 1.71 m and weighed around 77kg.

Tony Bennett Parents

Tony Bennett was born at St. John’s Hospital in Long Island City, Queens, in New York City to his parents; Anna Benedetto (mother, a seamstress) and John Benedetto (father, a grocer).

Tony Bennett Wife

The late singer and performer married thrice.

On Tuesday, February 12, 1952, Tony Bennett married Patricia Beech at the St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Manhattan, New York.

The couple separated in 1965 and In 1969, Patricia sued Bennett for divorce on grounds of adultery. In 1971, their divorce became official.

Following their separation, Bennett began a relationship with Sandra Grant. They lived together for several years and on December 29, 1971, they quietly married in New York. The two were married until 1983

In the late 1980s, Bennett entered into a long-term romantic relationship with Susan Crow. On June 21, 2007, Bennett married Crow in a private civil ceremony in New York.

At this time of writing (Friday, July 21, 2023), there’s no information on whether Tony Bennett and Susan Crow were still together at the time of the singer’s death.

Tony Bennett Children

Tony Bennett was blessed with four children; two sons; Danny Bennett and Dae Bennett, and two daughters; Joanna Bennett and Antonia Bennett.

The late singer shares his two sons with his first wife, Patricia Beech whom he married from 1952 until they divorced in 1971. Danny was born in 1954 while Dae was born in 1955.

Tony Bennett shares his two daughters with his second wife, Sandra Grant whom he married from 1971 until 1983. Joanna was born in 1970 and Antonia was born in 1974.

Danny was his father’s manager. He spent the past thirty years managing the career of his dad and has produced a film following his father’s life entitled The Zen of Bennett.

Antonia is an American singer of adult alternative music, standards, and jazz. Joanna was a stunt performer in the Sony Pictures Studios production Madame Web.

Tony Bennett Siblings

The late singer is not the only child of his parents; Anna Benedetto (mother) and John Benedetto (father).

Tony Bennett grew up with an older sister, Mary Benedetto, and an older brother, John Benedetto Jr. They live their lives away from the spotlight hence their date of birth, age, and occupation are unknown at this time of writing.

Tony Bennett Net Worth

At the time of his death (July 21, 2023), the American singer, performer, and international icon, Tony Bennett had an estimated net worth of about $200 million.

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