Who Is John Benedetto Jr.?

Tony Bennett Brother: Who Is John Benedetto Jr.?: 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, among others

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”

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.

— George Takei (@GeorgeTakei) July 21, 2023

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”

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… pic.twitter.com/FN9Z1Q4Cmb

— Paul Young (@PaulYoungParlez) July 21, 2023

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

My 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, 2023

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 Brother: Who Is John Benedetto Jr.?

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.

John lives his life away from the spotlight hence his date of birth, age, and occupation are unknown at this time of writing.

Source: Ghgossip.com

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