Tony Christie

Tony Christie
Tony Christie performing at the Appen musiziert 2015[:de] benefit concert in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany
Tony Christie performing at the Appen musiziert 2015[:de] benefit concert in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany
Background information
Birth nameAnthony Fitzgerald
Born (1943-04-25) 25 April 1943 (age 83)
Conisbrough, Yorkshire, England
GenresPop, rock, schlager
Occupation(s)Singer-songwriter, actor, musician
InstrumentsVocals
Years active1970–present
WebsiteTonyChristie.com

Anthony Fitzgerald (born 25 April 1943), 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.

References

  1. ↑ "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
  2. ↑ "Tony Christie's heartbreaking admission as he breaks silence on dementia diagnosis". Examiner Live. Retrieved 27 November 2023.