Tony Christie
Tony Christie | |
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Tony Christie performing at the Appen musiziert 2015[:de] benefit concert in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Anthony Fitzgerald |
| Born | 25 April 1943 Conisbrough, Yorkshire, England |
| Genres | Pop, rock, schlager |
| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter, actor, musician |
| Instruments | Vocals |
| Years active | 1970–present |
| Website | TonyChristie.com |
Anthony Fitzgerald (born 25 April 1943[1]), known professionally as Tony Christie, is an English musician, singer and actor. He is best known for his recording of "(Is This The Way To) Amarillo", a double UK chart success.
Christy was diagnosed with dementia in April 2023.[2]
References
- ↑ "Birthday's today". The Telegraph. 25 April 2012. Archived from the original on 12 August 2014. Retrieved 22 April 2014.
Mr Tony Christie, singer, 69
- ↑ "Tony Christie's heartbreaking admission as he breaks silence on dementia diagnosis". Examiner Live. Retrieved 27 November 2023.