Tony Christie reveals doctors advised music and singing for his dementia diagnosis ‘(Is This The Way To) Amarillo’ singer was diagnosed with dementia in 2023 The Independent UK · Sep 16
Tony Christie says doctors told him being a singer would ease dementia impact The musician was diagnosed with the condition three years ago. Evening Standard · Sep 15
From Amarillo to Stockport: 15 of Neil Sedaka’s greatest songs, and their extraordinary stories From being a writer for hire in the 1950s to his solo pop stardom and emphatic 1970s comeback, the late musician’s catalogue is stuffed with stunning, surprising songcraft The Guardian - UK · Feb 28
Tony Christie ‘lucky’ to be a musician as he discusses living with dementia The singer, whose career has spanned 60 years, spoke about the positive effects of music on dementia sufferers. Evening Standard · Jul 3, 2025
Sophie Ellis-Bextor says AI cannot copy human connection in music She was named best female at the O2 Silver Clef Awards alongside recipients including Tony Christie and Mika. Evening Standard · Jul 2, 2025
Noah Kahan, Tony Christie, Chase and Status and more set for honours at 2025 O2 Silver Clef Awards The 2025 O2 Silver Clef Awards take place in London on July 2. BANG Premier · Apr 9, 2025
Care home residents break record for world’s oldest choir with average age of 94 The Prime Timers sang festive songs including Jingle Bells and We Wish You A Merry Christmas. Evening Standard · Dec 19, 2024
Tony Christie's singing is 'as good as ever' after dementia diagnosis Music veteran Tony Christie has declared his singing is "as good as ever" following his diagnosis with early onset dementia admitting he's made a few "adjustments" to help him on stage. BANG Premier · Dec 4, 2024
‘Amarillo’ star Tony Christie says he ‘won’t let illness stop him’ ‘I just carry on and do my thing,’ British singer told ‘Good Morning Britain The Independent UK · Aug 6, 2024
Tony Christie surprises St Pancras travellers with performance for Thank You Day Singer Tony Christie, actor Vicky McClure and Our Dementia Choir sang Thank You for Being a Friend. The Independent UK · Jul 2, 2023
Tony Christie's wife reveals early sign she spotted before his dementia diagnosis Tony Christie and Sue Christie shared the early signs they spotted before the singer's dementia diagnosis on Wednesday's Loose Women Daily Mirror · Jun 28, 2023
Mirror competition winner meets Tony Christie - and records special song with him When it comes to the lyrics of Tony Christie’s charity song – “your heart is true, you’re a pal and a confidante” – they could have been written for Gez Ossai Daily Mirror · Jun 25, 2023
Tony Christie records song with carer who battled back from covid-induced coma Tony Christie, 80, met with the winner of the Mirror's carer competition at a recording studio as he prepares to release new charity single Daily Mirror · Jun 15, 2023
Manchester Evening News · Jun 1, 2023 “Don’t be ashamed” - Tony Christie’s message to those living with dementia as he prepares to release new track thanking carers The singer has recorded a song with for Music for Dementia for Thank You Day featuring famous musicians and a Manchester orchestra
Daily Mirror · May 3, 2023 Britain's best carers will get chance to star in video for Tony Christie charity song The singer is teaming up with the Music for Dementia campaign to release the song on Thank You Day – July 2 – which celebrates unsung heroes
Manchester Evening News · Apr 25, 2023 ITV This Morning viewers taken aback by Tony Christie as they confess to 'soft spot' for singer The '(Is This The Way To) Amarillo' singer opened up about his dementia diagnosis as he appeared live on the show on his birthday
Liverpool Echo · Apr 25, 2023 This Morning fans taken aback by singer Tony Christie's real age Tony Christie appeared on This Morning
The Independent UK · Apr 11, 2023 Tony Christie opens up about music’s ability to ‘improve dementia symptoms’ ‘(Is This the Way to) Amarillo’ singer was diagnosed with dementia in January
Daily Mirror · Apr 10, 2023 Tony Christie records track in aid of dementia charity as he battles the disease The crooner, who turns 80 this month, will release his versi on of Andrew Gold's Thank You for Bring a Friend to mark Music for Dementia campaign for Thank You Day 2023
The Independent UK · Jan 25, 2023 How best to support a loved one with dementia Singer Tony Christie has opened up about his diagnosis.
Daily Mirror · Jan 25, 2023 Tony Christie's first dementia symptoms as he says 'If you worry about it you're finished' Tony Christie has opened up about how singing his music on stage has helped him cope with his dementia diagnosis and in some ways improve his condition, after his recent diagnosis
Daily Mirror · Jan 24, 2023 Tony Christie's heartbreaking admission as he breaks silence on dementia diagnosis Legendary singer Tony Christie - who's best known for hits like (Is This the Way to) Amarillo - speaks in detail for the first time about his recent dementia diagnosis
The Guardian - UK · Jun 21, 2022 Ukrainian techno, UK drill and Tony Christie: 30 acts not to miss at Glastonbury 2022 Whether it’s Kendrick Lamar’s hugely anticipated headline slot, soul music singalongs or late night DJ sets, here are our picks from the hundreds of acts playing Glastonbury
Daily Mirror · Feb 24, 2022 Emmerdale Bob Hope actor Tony Audenshaw's surprising side hustle away from ITV soap Lancashire-born actor Tony Audenshaw is best known for playing Bob Hope in Emmerdale but soap fans might not be aware of his other passion away from the village