English born musician and songwriter Chris Rea has sadly passed away, aged 74, his family have confirmed.
The talented blues and rock singer was perhaps best known for his music hit ‘Driving Home for Christmas’, and songs ‘On the Beach’ and ‘Road to Hell’.
As well as his much-loved festive hit, Rea had success in the late 1970s and 1980s also with Fool (If You Think It’s Over), and Let’s Dance. He passed away peacefully in hospital earlier today following a short illness, surrounded by his family.
