London, Dec 22, 2025 (AFP) - British singer Chris Rea dies aged 74: family to UK media

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2025-12-22

British singer Chris Rea, best known for the 1980s festive hit "Driving Home for Christmas", has died at the age of 74, a family spokesperson told UK media on Monday. "Singer/songwriter and guitarist Chris Rea passed away earlier today in hospital following a short illness," the family statement said, according to Britain's Press Association news agency. jj/jkb/jxb ...

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