Veteran American singer Anthony Dominick Benedetto, better known as Tony Bennett, died on July 21, 2023. He was born on August 3, 1926, in New York City, U.S. He was among the U.S. Tony realized his singing technique, he signed with Columbia Records and had his first number-one popular song with “Because of You” in 1951.
Throughout his career, he has received many awards and accolades. He has received 20 Grammy Awards, a Lifetime Achievement Award, and two Primetime Emmy Awards. Tony was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2016, however, this was not known to the public until February 2021.
However, due to the slow progression of the illness, he continued to record, tour, and perform until his retirement from concerts due to physical challenges.
Who is Tony Bennett third wife Susan Crow?
Tony has been married three times in his life. He was first married to Patricia Beech in 1952, however, they got divorced in 1971. In that same year, he got married to Sandra Grant but got divorced in 1983. Fast forward to 2007, he got married to Susan Crow.
However, Susan and Tony have known each other for a long time. Susan attended Fordham University and Columbia University’s Teachers College where she earned degrees. Susan who is 40 years younger than Tony, first met him when she was 19 years of age.
After building a relationship, they founded Exploring the Arts in 1999, a nonprofit organization that promotes and supports arts education in 56 schools in New York and Los Angeles.
Source: Ghanafuo.com
