Breaking news: Tony Bennett dies at 96

The singer's melodic clarity and warm persona won him generations of fans.

View in browser|nytimes.com Continue reading the main story July 21, 2023 BREAKING NEWS Chester Higgins Jr./The New York Times Tony Bennett, Champion of the Great American Songbook, Dies at 96 From his initial success as a jazzy crooner through his generation-spanning duets, his career was remarkable for its longevity and its consistency. Read more Get more breaking news in your inbox Sign up to receive emails from The New York Times as soon as important news breaks around the world. Get it in your inbox Continue reading the main story ADVERTISEMENT Continue reading the main story Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018