Tony Bennett

Tony Bennett is a popular American jazz singer and painter who is known for being the founder of the Frank Sinatra School of Arts, which is situated in Astoria in New York. His paintings are also very famous which were put into exhibitions at various places across the States. He is also a World War II veteran who fought for the U.S Army infantryman. After his national duties, he developed an interest in singing and signed a deal with Columbia Records.

Well, how well do you know about Tony Bennett? If not much, we have compiled all you need to know about Tony Bennett’s net worth in 2021, his age, height, weight, wife, kids, biography and complete details about his life. Well, if you’re all set, here is what we know about Tony Bennett to date.

Biography and Early Life-

Talking about his early life, Tony Bennett was born as Anthony Dominick Benedetto to his parents John Benedetto and Anna Suraci. He was born on 3rd August 1926 in the St. John’s Hospital, which is situated in the state of Queens. His mother, Anna, was an immigrant of Italy and later moved to the U.S in the year 1899.

His father, John, was a grocer whose wealth was not so great. Tony has two siblings, Mary and John Jr. His father died when Tony was only ten years old, and all the responsibilities of his family came on to his shoulder. It can be said that his entire family grew up through several hardships.

Age, Height, Weight & Body Measurement

So, how old is Tony Bennett in 2021 and what is his height and weight? Well, Tony Bennett’s age is 95 years old as of today’s date 2nd August 2021 having been born on 3 August 1926. Though, he is 5′ 6″ in feet and inches and 171 cm in Centimetres tall, he weighs about 167 lbs in Pound and 76 kg in Kilograms.

Education-

Tony completed his schooling at the New York’s School of Industrial Arts, where he majored in painting and music. But unfortunately, he had to drop out from age at the age of 16 because he had to financially support his family. During his initial days, he worked as a copy boy for the Associated Press in Manhattan. Coming to the proud part of his education, he has received honorary doctorates from several prestigious universities across the States, such as the Berklee College of Music and George Washington University.

Personal Life: Dating, Girlfriends, Wife, Kids

Now coming to his personal life, Tony first got married to Patricia Beech in the year 1952, which lasted until 1971. With Patricia, he had two sons named Dae Bennett and Danny Bennett. Dae is currently working as an audio engineer, and Danny is working as a producer in the industry. He had his second marriage in 1971, to the popular actress Sandra Grant Bennett.

Their marriage lasted until 2007 until his wife filed for a divorce. With Sandra, he had two daughters named Antonia and Joanna. Currently, Tony is married to Susan Crow, and they are living happily. They got married in the year 2007, and there are no signs of any heartbreak until now.

Is Tony Bennett Gay?

Tony has had three marriages until now and is currently living happily with his wife, Susan Crow. Thus, from all this evidence, it can be said that the sexual orientation of Tony Bennett is straight.

Professional Career-

Tony started his professional career when he was in his teenage. He developed an interest in singing and soon decided to make it his profession. He started performing in clubs and restaurants. He had his first big hit in singing in the year 1952 when he released his first-ever music album called Because of You.

The album sold millions of copied worldwide and appeared on the music release list’s top charts. His second album was called Cloud 7, which was released in the year 1953. The album was a super hit as well. Some of his other popular albums are Alone at last with Tony Bennett and The Beat of the Heart.

In the year 2000, he released an album called My Friends: Bennett Sings the Blues, which included singles like Viva Duets and Cheek to Cheek. In the same album, he collaborated with the top-performing artists of the decade, such as Lady Gaga and Bill Charlap.

Awards-

Tony Bennett is one of the most successful jazz singers in the world who has received several doctorate degrees in music from the country’s top universities. His list of awards is never-ending. Some of his achievements are listed below:

• Won Best Solo Vocal Performance Award in Male category, in 1963, for “I Left My Heart in San Francisco.”
• Won Best Traditional Pop Vocal Performance, in the year 1994, for his single- Steppin’ Out.
• Won Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album, in 2003, for the single Playin’ with My Friends: Bennett Sings the Blues.
• Received the Lifetime Achievement Award in the year 2001.
• Primetime Emmy Award for Individual Performance in a Variety or Music Program, 1996.
• Won National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Masters Award, in the year 2006.
• He was induction into the International Civil Rights Walk of Fame, in the year 2007.

Net Worth, Salary & Earnings of Tony Bennett in 2021

As of 2021, Tony Bennett has a net worth of $200 million. He earned this fortune after releasing several albums worldwide and gaining fame and popularity. His albums featured in the top charts for several weeks. He also performed in live concerts, which boosted his net worth.

Some Interesting Facts You Need To Know

• One of his sons, Danny, worked as his manager.
• In total, Tony had been nominated for 36 Grammy Awards, out of which he won 18.
• He suffered from drug addiction in the early 1970s.
• He once marched with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., for voting rights campaign.

It can be concluded that Tony Bennett is one of the most successful and talented jazz singers in the world. He has contributed to the music industry for several decades, where his albums featured in the top music charts. He also collaborated with several successful artists, such as Lady Gaga, which increased his fame.