Elton John, Berry Gordy, Scorsese and more friends and admirers of Tony Bennett react to his death
By The Associated Press
The news of Tony Bennett’s death at age 96 has created an outpouring of love and condolences from the worlds of music, entertainment, politics and the civil rights movement. Sir Elton John took to Instagram and called Bennett irreplaceable. Martin Scorsese says Bennett was beloved by generations of Italian Americans. Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. noted Bennett’s dedication to doing good. Bennett’s contemporary, actress and comedian Ruth Buzzi, tweeted Bennett made the world a better place. Bill and Hillary Clinton noted Bennett’s commitment to creating a better world. Nancy Sinatra called him a true champion: kind, loving, talented and generous.
