Remembering Tony Bennett: A Legendary Voice Silenced at 96
Tony Bennett, the legendary crooner known for his joyful and stirring renditions of jazz, pop, and Broadway standards, has passed away at the age of 96. Bennett, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in 2016, recorded 60 studio albums and won 19 Grammy Awards during his seven-decade career. His signature song, "I Left My Heart in San Francisco," became a Grammy-winning hit and he was inextricably linked to it throughout his life. Bennett's durability as a performer was attributed to his remarkable talent and his love for sharing the Great American Songbook. He earned a new generation of fans when he collaborated with Lady Gaga on the album "Cheek to Cheek" in 2014.