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
Conisbrough, Yorkshire, England
GenresPop, rock, schlager
Occupation(s)Singer-songwriter, actor, musician
InstrumentsVocals
Years active1970–present
WebsiteTonyChristie.com

Anthony Fitzgerald (born 25 April 1943[1]), 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.[2]

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.
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