It was so heartening to see new generations ‘discover’ Mr. Bennett after he had been left for dead during the 1970’s and 80’s. To see him do an ‘ Unplugged’ on MTV during the 90’s….
Breaking News: Tony Bennett, whose interpretations of musical standards helped spread the American songbook around the world, died at 96.https://t.co/Mv86hX6NDh pic.twitter.com/qQnAjnqtOv
— The New York Times (@nytimes) July 21, 2023
BREAKING: Tony Bennett has died. The eminent stylist of American musical standards and last of the great saloon singers was 96. https://t.co/LNeLUeKhJ9
— The Associated Press (@AP) July 21, 2023
From the Tony Bennett obituary in the @nytimes: pic.twitter.com/XiGYeB1uDY
— David Gura (@davidgura) July 21, 2023
Whew. Tony Bennett.
I have long admired your impeccable voice. It never lied. It never faltered even once, much like your character.
Rest well, amazing man. 🕊️ pic.twitter.com/AuXETIi8NB
— Renee (@PettyLupone) July 21, 2023
At World War II's conclusion, Tony Bennett was involved in the liberation of a Nazi concentration camp near Landsberg, where some American prisoners of war from the 63rd Division had also been held. pic.twitter.com/KbWszRvt9d
— Eric Alper 🎧 (@ThatEricAlper) July 21, 2023
Adios, Tony Bennett, who was demoted for having dinner with a Black friend in the military, who hunted Nazis and helped liberate Dachau prisoners, who marched with MLK, who promoted Black musicians in the 1950s and 60s, and who happened to also be an incredible singer and artist.
— The Rude Pundit (@rudepundit) July 21, 2023
Sesame Workshop mourns the passing of Tony Bennett, who brought joy and music to millions of people around the world. Mr. Bennett joined us on Sesame Street in 1998 to turn a classic of his into a new favorite of ours. pic.twitter.com/dsExI2hg6W
— Sesame Street (@sesamestreet) July 21, 2023
RIP Tony Bennett, 1926-2023 pic.twitter.com/BqpEuxcvgA
— Old Hollywood (@TheOldHollywood) July 21, 2023
Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) tweeted at 8:24 AM on Fri, Jul 21, 2023:
A true talent, a true gentleman, and a true friend.
We’ll miss you, Tony, and thanks for all the memories. https://t.co/hp8iKwLpu9
(https://twitter.com/HillaryClinton/status/1682381065678213123?t=7R0YABwT23XYh_TRQ-xAlw&s=03)
Chuck Schumer (@SenSchumer) tweeted at 8:56 AM on Fri, Jul 21, 2023:
To Tony Bennett, a true son of Queens whose music reminded us of so many of the good things in life:
Thank you. We’ll miss you. We’re praying for you and your family.
https://t.co/aKtUTDwars
(https://twitter.com/SenSchumer/status/1682389145958662144?t=ntZsgnDqgOi2DWh7OqhccQ&s=03)
RIP 🙏🏽🙏🏽😢🥺