AL Roker has shared a sweet tribute to Tony Bennett after the legendary singer’s death at the age of 96.
The Today show meteorologist took to Instagram on Friday to post the heartbreaking message.
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Al, 68, shared two photos – one of a recent snap of him with Tony and a throwback of the pair – along with some kind words about the Body and Soul singer in his caption.
He wrote: “What a life well lived. I was so fortunate to have gotten to know the legendary @tonybennett over the years. He passed away this morning at the age of 96. 70 albums , so many hits solo and with other artists.”
Fans flooded the comments section to share their sadness over the beloved performer’s death.
DEVASTATING LOSS
Tony, a two-time Emmy Award winner, died Friday morning in his hometown of New York City, his publicist Sylvia Weiner confirmed to the Associated Press.
A cause of death has not been determined. He was two weeks shy of his 97th birthday.
In February 2021, Tony’s wife, Susan, told AARP The Magazine that the iconic singer was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2016.
Despite his illness, he continued to perform live and record new records through 2021.
The Lifetime Achievement Award winner was pictured looking fragile as he was wheeled around Central Park in Manhattan by his caretaker last July.
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The musician wore a blue Nike T-shirt, a black Nike zip-up jacket, and black Adidas sweatpants.
He had a solemn expression as he sat in the wheelchair with his hands clasped over his lap.
Tony is survived by his wife, Susan Crow, 56, and his four children from previous marriages.
The New York State of Mind singer shares sons Danny and Dae with his first wife Patricia Beech and daughters Joanna and Antonia with his ex-wife Sandra Grant.
Tony married Susan in 2007. According to Just Jared, the couple met during one of Tony’s concerts.
FINAL POST
The Rags To Riches singer shared a heartfelt video on social media just hours before his death.
Tony’s official Instagram account posted a clip of him giving an emotional performance of The Way You Look Tonight onstage in front of a packed audience.
While the New York native belted out the lyrics, jazz artist Bill Charlap played the piano.
The caption stated: “Sharing a special memory from 2015 – serenading New York with the remarkable Bill Charlap, performing ‘The Way You Look Tonight.’ A night to remember!”
Tony, who served during the final stages of World War II, was considered one of the greatest performers of the 20th century.
His peer Frank Sinatra, 82, called him the greatest popular singer in the world.
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