Chris Rea, the voice behind the cherished Christmas classic ‘Driving Home for Christmas’, has passed away at the age of 74.
Rea’s family has confirmed the news of his passing.
A representative for the family shared that the legendary singer died after a ‘short illness’.
In a statement made today (December 22), the representative expressed: “It is with immense sadness that we announce the death of our beloved Chris. He passed away peacefully in the hospital earlier today following a short illness, surrounded by his family.”
Chris Rea’s death comes shortly after his iconic song made a return to the official Big Top 40 charts in the week leading up to Christmas. The track, originally released in 1986, captures the journey of a tired traveler making his way home for the holiday.
Further details will be provided as they become available.