British singer Chris Rea dies aged 74: family to UK media
A family spokesperson announced Monday that British singer-songwriter Chris Rea, best known for his festive hit "Driving Home for Christmas," has passed away at 74.
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- Published Date: 10:13 | 22 December 2025
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.