Tony Christie at the After show party for German ZDF Live TV Show 'Willkommen bei Carmen Nebel' held at Maritim Hotel in Mitte, Berlin, Germany - Saturday 1st October 2016
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Andy Williams Dies: Tributes To The Star Led By Tony Christie
By Hayley Avron on 26 September 2012
Tributes to Andy Williams have been led today by fellow crooner Tony Christie. Andy Williams has died, aged 84, following a year-long battle against bladder cancer. He was best known for his rendition of the song ‘Moon River’ but had many other hits, including ‘Raindrops Are Falling on My Head’ and ‘Music To Watch Girls By.’ Tony Christie told BBC News that Williams was “up there with Sinatra, Bennett,” referring to Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett. “I enjoyed a chat with him backstage at the Royal Albert Hall some years ago,” Christie added, “and he was a lovely man, very gentle…he was a pleasure to have met.”
Williams’ influence spread far and wide; many of the songs that he recorded and performed have become staples in the musical upbringings of several generations. The composer Don Black, who wrote ‘Born Free’ (another classic Williams track) said that he was the “ultimate professional… He was a great guy, he was very professional but didn't take himself too seriously. That type of performer doesn't exist anymore. It's gradually becoming the end of an era.”
It’s not just Williams’ contemporaries that have been paying tribute to the late singer though; Tim Burgess, the singer of The Charlatans, said “Andy Williams was a real smooth guy, that's for sure. Rest in peace, Andy.” The Radio One DJ Zoe Ball also posted a touching message on her Twitter page, to say “what a chap. May his star always shine bright.”
Tony Christie and Noel Coward Monday 28th February 2011 Million Dollar Quartet - press night held at the Noel Coward Theatre - Arrivals. London, England
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Tony Christie Tweets
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@Rickcorkickle Hi Mark, yes of course I will. Please pass on my heart felt condolences. Please email my son for det… https://t.co/0rXuCcDJnw
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RT @RANAGRI: TRADITION II is album of the week on @bbcintrohw! Thanks to the team who have shown great support in our latest album release…
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Fantastic review for the latest @Ranagri album! I’ll be joining them for a very special tour in November. Starting… https://t.co/WUstuMwnEw
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RT @Jessconradcom: I had a wonderful time at the @TheTonyHadley golf classic last week, raising money for @actionmedres charity. @TheTonyCh…
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Looking forward to this one!!! ❤️ https://t.co/LZHedJIwxm
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I’ve been looking forward to this one. Should be a great night! https://t.co/dim9TNBAiw
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RT @PaulMcCartney: Have yourself a jolly little Christmas - Paul 🎄 https://t.co/ZM6Zel10Ck
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Merry Christmas everyone. Wishing you and yours the very best. TC x
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RT @itvcalendar: The likes of @Gareth_Gates and @TheTonyChristie teamed up to bid farewell to presenter @christinetalbot as she departed IT…
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@GaryBarlow Is This The Way To Amarillo?
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Well this was wonderful and all for a magnificent cause too. Thank you for sharing @FLHSMusicDept 👏… https://t.co/nrnKs7Z9WP
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Hope today is as good as the date ... 10/10
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Dear Deutsch fans: "Die offizielle Tony Christie Biografie gibt es auch auf Deutsch! Unter dem Link könnt Ihr sie b… https://t.co/uSYJ8F5UYZ
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