Legendary crooner Tony Bennett dead at 96

Legendary crooner Tony Bennett, best known for singing "I Left My Heart in San Francisco," has died, according to his longtime publicist, Sylvia Weiner. #CNN #News

[@Luisofbrazil]

Well, this isn't sad news. It's a life well-lived. Becoming a famous jazz star admired by millions, singing and surprising audiences for decades, working with so many stars and living to almost a hundred years is one huge accomplishment. All we can do is just applaud him for his work and most importantly: his legacy. Thank you, Tony. 👏👏👏👏

[@tomhatch2011]

He was a great entertainer and will be missed. I usually only drink on ocasions. I'll be having a drink tonight. Thank you for your contribution to the art Tony. RIP

[@HenriettaHudson-we4wv]

Don't cry because Tony's gone. Cry because Tony lived a very beautiful life. Condolences to his family - and to Lady Gaga.

[@chelsiekilgore1252]

Exactly

[@chelsiekilgore1252]

I am worried about Gaga I hope she's okay because they were close

[@DaNiyaHodge]

Rip Anthony Dominick Benedetto, you will be missed

[@biglerfour7954]

RIP to a legend… You will be missed

[@Scene68]

A musical legend that will be admired for generations to come. Rest with the Angels, Mr. Bennett.

[@marilynh.]

This isn't sad! It's a celebration of his life. Tony Bennett made it close to being a 100 yesrs old. May his soul rip!

[@sebastianthedog6248]

Rest In Peace, Legend ❤ I discovered Tony Bennett for myself just a few years ago, and immediately fell in love with his voice, with his music, with the soul he was putting into every piece he made, I also loved his album "Love Is Here To Stay" with Diana Krall. May his voice will never be forgotten ❤

[@sldesign1]

I can't stop shedding tears (a bit surprised at myself). He embodied New York. He embodied jazz/artistry. He embodied how to live life.

[@BrassLady6894]

The last of the old-school greats in jazz/pop music, who inspired many of the new-school vocalists. And like my mom and dad, Alzheimer's may rob you of immediate recall, of recognizing and communicating with people...but when something you've done all your life - in his case, his music and voice - THAT brings you back to life. Thank you, Mr. Bennett. Thank you.

[@myluv4yushua555]

“The Shadow of Your Smile” was my wedding song 💗 RIP lovely man with an angelic voice ..

[@mynewsgood]

Alzheimer's may rob you of immediate recall, of recognizing and communicating with people...but when something you've done all your life - in his case, his music and voice - THAT brings you back to life. Thank you, Mr. Bennett.

[@T.Tuxedo]

Rest in Peace, Tony Bennett. 🙏❤ Thank you for bringing so much enjoyment to the world. You will always be remembered. A true American legend. 🇺🇸

[@StillCrazyFL]

Tony, I know you hear me. The sun will shine, in countless lives, “Because of You”. RIP, you deserve it.

[@tiskfendu]

I saw a gallery of his watercolor paintings 20 years ago in Maui, and have never forgotten how impressive they were & are. Not a lot of people know he's an accomplished painter as well. Also an epic stoner. He claimed to smoke 20 joints a day, at one point in his career. Look it up ! A true legend.

[@MichaelPyron]

Never regretted working for him. How are you doing?

[@mopthermopther]

thanks for sharing ✔️

[@MichaelPyron]

@@mopthermopther You are welcome. Where are you from?

[@auggied6760]

Tony Bennett was an exceptional human being. He was humbled by his part as a serviceman in the Army during WWII and having taken part in the liberation of the Landsberg concentration camp where over 30,000 victims were imprisoned under inhuman conditions, resulting in the death of around 14,500 of them. His personal testimony allowed him to see the danger of the Nazi movement and a recent US president's ignorance of this dark period in history that cost Bennett and others like him so many friends and countrymen. This world was blessed to have had Tony Bennett's presence.

[@bernieappugliese2029]

I had the absolute honor and pleasure to see perform him live in Atlantic City on my 35th birthday. AMAZING!!! The last of the truly great ones!

[@MichaelPyron]

That's absolutely amazing. How are you doing?

[@bobheck8326]

Very cool. Heaven sent.

[@debranelson1987]

Tony Bennett was an elegant man and elegant singer and will be missed greatly.

[@J.B24]

I never saw him live but I loved Tony Bennett. He brought such beauty to our lives and we need that so much.

[@nicoletanis3703]

Tony Bennett is a legendary singer. Condolences to his family and Peace to his soul. He is gone but will not be forgotten. 🙏

[@danielschaeffer1294]

A musical perfectionist and a true gentleman. They don’t make ‘em like that anymore.

[@saundratoye3483]

Rest in peace Mr. Bennett. You will be missed. Condolences to your family

[@maryhall5955]

Tony Bennett a special legend. Tony lived a beautiful life . Touched a lot of people's lives.

[@robertwalsh1724]

Tony left us such a great legacy with the duets he did with so many of the young artists. RIP Tony.

[@bettyriley7295]

One of the greatest voices of a generation is a massive understatement. He was a true living legend in every sense. Tony was the best. No one could capture the essence of a song like Tony. He will be missed, but his music will live on forever. May he rest in peace.

[@stevenfanale4553]

One of the greatest humans who ever lived on this planet!!!!!!! Brilliant man and great singer because his music will live on forever and ever.

[@marianlincoln9008]

So much Joy was given to us all thru his Music and his Gentlemanly ways.... RIP MR BENNET... Sarrowful Condolences to his Wife and Family.... Your Voice and Grace will be greatly missed...

[@michael_caz_nyc]

RIP Legend - your whiskey-polished Smooth Vocals will live on forever. He was phenomenal.

[@Lightning-H]

It’s hard not to be sad and heartbroken to see him gone. We all left our hearts to him, one of the best singers and human beings.

[@ThatsJustMyBabyDaddy]

I look forward to the day when we celebrate a long-lived and well-lived life. This isn't sad in the least. He came here and did what he was supposed to do. His journey here should be inspiration for the rest of us to stop living such mediocre lives. RIP, Mr. Bennett. ❤️

[@MichaelPyron]

Never regretted working for him. How are you doing?

[@cynthiahusband106]

Many years ago, during an interview Frank Sinatra was asked who was his favorite singer and without hesitation Sinatra replied Tony Bennett, the last of the greats , gorgeous voice just listen to “ Emily” his range was quite extraordinary he will be greatly missed , but he will live on with the great music he left behind. RIP Mr Bennett , a life well lived , and thank you for the legacy you have left behind, your music left behind is a national treasure , just like you.🎼🎹🎤🎼❤️🌹

[@MichaelPyron]

@@cynthiahusband106 Are you a linedancer?

[@synchronistory]

He was one-of-a--kind and so was that musical era. And all I keep thinking of is Academy Award winner Adrien Brody in the role of Tony Bennett if ever they decide to make a film about his legendary life.

[@ianguerinoffvevochannel3994]

She said it so right! He lived a long beautiful life! For us, there was Tony for every occasion ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😢😢😢

[@nadiaramdass8633]

He lived a full life what a great legend. Rip 🙏❤

[@leonardtran2282]

I had Tony Bennett's song "I left my heart in San Francisco" as my final dance in my wedding.

[@troysierra5228]

RIP Tony Bennett May his voice with those harps up above still bring us sunshine in our hearts forevermore.

[@joyceedwards3336]

RIP Thank you for all the great songs! You will live on forever

[@dianasandoval5246]

Beautiful person. A legend in humility and love . Enjoy heaven now and please continue to sing there. Love you .

[@arlinegolden]

PS to my earlier comment: Tony Bennett always sings the verse! The many witty and thoughtful verses that lyricists craft often go unsung by even the other master singers Tony uses the verse to set us up for the main body of the song, kind of inviting us to guess that song's identity. Honor the verse, Tony once observed in an interview.

[@ronniebishop2496]

What are you talking about? PS explain that!

[@danielcruz8347]

Tears of sadness & remembrance flow from my eyes!!! Bless Mr Tony Bennett & family love & peaceful serenity be too them..💖

[@DavidGee88]

I’ve seen him perform and he was magnificent. Such a great performer

[@CadeNg]

Rip yet another one of my absolute standard singing inspirations

[@Shell_Michelle]

❤😢 REST IN PEACE TONY.

[@donna25871]

Why is it a shock - Tony was 96 and had been in ill-health for several years.

[@ronniebishop2496]

It’s the way cnn is. Making something negative out of everything, evil.

[@dalehoward3704]

The Last of the Classic Crooners. I saw you perform in Illinois Tony. We'll ALL MISS YOU MR BENNETT ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏❗

[@user-bx2wl7we5k]

My heart is shattered!😭💔😭❤️🥀

[@user-qe1lg9xj9g]

Today we lost a legend , but legends never die .

[@rosalugo5723]

God bless and my deepest condolenses to the family and friends. Thank you Tony for your music, may you be at peace .

[@geegeelast7597]

The world has lost a wonderful voice. 😢

[@MichaelPyron]

Never regretted working for him. How are you doing?

[@jessicaturner7714]

Well ain't this a bummer. That's 2 Absolute musical legends gone. RIP

[@dazronch5450]

What a great life Tony must of had lovely man RIP Tony .

[@danhowie1699]

It's because of Tony Bennett I got into Jazz. Man could he sing!!! ❤

[@user-nr8bf2ez1d]

Tony Bennett, an american singer. I love to hear his voice. I live here in San Francisco most of my life. That is Greatness. I'll be 74 years old in September. My parents and Grandparent love him. I have 4 LPs....my mothers' collection. My heart is still in San Francisco. Thank You, Tony, We are playing your song. Herman Jones and friends at the Outsider Cocktail Lounge San Francisco, CA.

[@jose-felixdavid6113]

YOUNG AND WARM AND WONDERFUL. I love this song of yours !!!!

[@sig9girl]

What a legend. Thank you for a beautiful life…❤

[@LR-yp1bt]

Thank you for everything Tony

[@LANDSEAAIRCANADA]

Last of the Greats gone yet never forgotten , his legacy phenomenal Tony's music will fill our home for the entire weekend and beyond 🎶

[@claudial.gonzalez4268]

I wish K.D. could embrace Tony after singing with him, like she used to…..many hearts are broken and sad. How lucky K.D. To have shared the art of singing and a special friendship with this beautiful soul. May Tony shines forever in a magical place, somewhere over the rainbow! ❤❤❤

[@williamglover3965]

A great and inspirational man, musician, artist, always joyous and kind. ❤

[@shintarojaucian199]

His style and voice taught me how to sing ❤

[@chelsiekilgore1252]

It's very heartbreaking

[@johndean1634]

That is sad news. One of the greatest entertainer's in our history.

[@squeals08]

One of my ❤️ singer…😢

[@tiffanytaylor7822]

R.I.P. Tony ✨🕊️

[@williamleewolverine]

Rest easy, Tony. You’re up in heaven singing that beautiful music.

[@jeromegasser9631]

A great life is gone but there is still his music. Listen to it and your day is turning to be great. Thank you Tony

[@chelsiekilgore1252]

It's really hard watching anybody go through this

[@lashawnbulluck7244]

Part of me thought he'd live forever. Officially heartbroken😢

[@june7079]

Sad; "I left my heart in San Francisco" had a special meaning as my relatives were from the Lafayette, Orinda area. It was/is very wistful for me. My mother had several of his albums in the 60's we would sit on the floor and listen to . I had singing aspirations and he was one of my idols .

[@ebarteldes]

He had a beautiful life, saw him at St. George Theater on Staten Island a few years back. Great show

[@romangarcia608]

sad news; loved his cameo at the end of Analyze This…R.I.P. 🙏🏼

[@1mespud]

Thank you, TONY BENNETT for doing your part to help save and tame mankind with your gift and talent. Truly last of the golden age crooners and a legacy that cannot be undone. In the meantime, I'll do my part to keep the music playing.

[@asjasj123]

RIP Legend.your music will be unforgotten.🙏

[@miroslavmazal5980]

beautiful people leave the world and leave a hole in the heart forever I love you Tony

[@1FrankFan]

It is sad news. Wonderful singer who has kept the Great American Songbook alive. He also was a wonderful painter. And he helped liberate one of the concentration camps at the close of WWII. A true legend. Irreplaceable.

[@johnalcorn8079]

One of the Greatest singers of all time.Sinatra said”For my money Tony Bennett is the best”.His voice amazingly kept well.An terrific performer.

[@kierrarogers4051]

hey I sure enjoyed Tony Bennetts music,the man sang until he was 96yrs old, he never let anything stop him from singing,even when he was down he got back up! Thank you Mr Tony Bennett your music will be carried on,perform for the angels,their now your audience🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰💒💒💒💒💒💒💒💒💒💒💒💒💒

[@nigelgunson1025]

96 is a great age. Sad, not surprised or shocked. Rip.

[@Regenold-xy7ul]

Tony Bennett ❤ Left his blessed heart in 💚 💙 New York 🧡

[@mattiewilcox8463]

Sad News RIP Tony ..You brought Magic with your voice into our lives . A Legend ...

[@cashaeleatemla]

Anthony Dominick Benedetto, known professionally as Tony Bennett, was an American singer. Bennett amassed many accolades throughout his career, including 20 Grammy Awards, a Lifetime Achievement Award, and two Primetime Emmy Awards.

[@cashaeleatemla]

1926 - 2023

[@tplomonte]

If not, one of the last crooners has closed the curtain on a life well blessed . Not perfect, but honest, open, humble. He may have left his heart in San Francisco , but he gained many fans young and old. A style all of his own. Thank you, Mr Bennett Ciao, God bless you 🙏 Condolences to the family. Legend Humanitarian ❤

[@1eagleeyez]

Oh gosh, it’s really true!😢

[@chasedavis8132]

Rest in peace!❤️

[@kawilui]

Rest in Paradise Tony Bennet .. 🙏🏼

[@YoutubeFabLifeOfJan1]

God bless him❤

[@rosaancheta1745]

I loved him What a loss😢

[@muhammadsteinberg]

Veteran and Civil Rights marcher as well! This man was the template of a great American. I admired him decades ago! This is a very sad day...

[@cc8751]

CNN: "This comes as a shock to many" Umm he was 96. RIP legend.

[@MicharlMcGarry-pn1fd]

A long beautiful life...

[@models2watch819]

R.I.P + Never Forget + Great Personalities

[@lenoiraliettem.l.565]

he's now flying to the moon, I love the way he sang that song

[@timdakis2107]

Noooo I can't believe he just died 2 weeks before his 97th Birthday how sad. He was a very good singer.

[@josuereyes5775]

Long Live the Legend Tony Bennett 🙏🙏🙏 thank you for the wonderful Memories of your music.

[@josemedeiros007]

Who doesn't love I Left My Heart in San Francisco ? May Tony rest in peace, God bless!

[@mariaari8513]

Rest in peace. He was great

[@sandrarivetti297]

Eu o amo.... Tony Bennet.... Como preencher esse vazio?????? Vóz maravilhosa.. . .inesquecível..... Saudade eterna! Difícil viver sem essa voz belíssima! 😢😢😢😢

[@karitahannikainen4734]

Nothing to say-only LOVE!

[@andif3604]

R.I.P. Tony! Thank you!

[@franciscordon9230]

RIP 🙏🏽

[@ianguerinoffvevochannel3994]

I'm watching this and sobbing :(

[@boris8787]

He never sang in Chillingbourne. 💔

[@johnburrows5119]

Tony Bennett was 8 years older than Elvis! R.I.P.