Brenda Lee's Christmas Hit Sparks Mariah Carey's Generosity
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Brenda Lee, at 76 years old, became the oldest person to earn a new No. 1 hit as her holiday classic "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart 65 years after its original release. Lee celebrated the achievement with a performance on NBC's Christmas at the Opry special, donning a red gown and showcasing the song with a live band. This is Lee's first No. 1 hit since 1960, and she expressed her gratitude to fans and the team at UMG/UMe for making the milestone possible.
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