The British singer-songwriter and musician Roger Whittaker who passed away at the age of 87 was born in Nairobi to English parents. His music is an eclectic mix of folk music and popular songs in addition to radio airplay hits. He is best known for his baritone singing voice and trademark whistling ability as well as his guitar skills.
Whittaker is widely known for his version of “Wind Beneath My Wings” (1982), as well as his compositions “Durham Town (The Leavin’)” (1969) and “I Don’t Believe in If Anymore” (1970).
American audiences are most familiar with his 1970 hit “New World in the Morning” and his 1975 hit “The Last Farewell”, which is his only single to hit the Billboard Hot 100 (it made the Top 20) and also hit No. 1 on the Adult Contemporary chart. From the 1970s onwards he had his greatest successes and fan base in Germany, singing in German.
Who is Jessica Whittaker, Roger Whittaker’s daughter?
Jessica Whittaker is the youngest among her four siblings. She was born in 1973, to her parents Natalie O’Brien her mother, and Roger Whittaker her father. She is 5 years old and following her father’s musical footsteps, she is also a singer-songwriter and musician. She performed a duet on his singles “A Perfect Day” and “Do You Still Believe In Miracles”.
Source: Ghanafuo.com
