Danny Bennett and Tony Bennett.Photo:Eddie Sanderson/Getty
Eddie Sanderson/Getty
Tony Bennett’s son and manager,D’Andrea “Danny” Bennett, is remembering his late father’s “elegance and grace.”
After thelegendary pop and jazz vocalist died at age 96on Friday, his elder son and manager from 1979 through Tony’s retirement in 2021 is looking back on time spent with his 20-time Grammy-winning father.
Danny Bennett and Tony Bennett.Peter Kramer/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty
Peter Kramer/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty
“He was an artist, a humanitarian, and an inspiration to anyone who experienced his elegance and grace,” adds the musician’s son. “He and I experienced an amazing journey together as father and son, and I’m simply proud and humble to have been a small part of his legacy.”
Tony Bennett and Danny Bennett.Robin Platzer/FilmMagic
Robin Platzer/FilmMagic
“From his first performances as a singing waiter in Queens to his last performances in 2021 at Radio City Music Hall, Tony delighted in performing the songs he loved and making people happy," the statement continued, before ending on a touching note: “And as sad as today has been for all of us we can find joy in Tony’s legacy forever.”
Tributes have since also poured in from fans and friends of the vocalist — includingNile Rodgers, Flea ofRed Hot Chilli PeppersandRev. Jesse Jackson.
source: people.com
