DRIVING Home for Christmas singer Chris Rea has died aged 74 following a short illness. Prior to his death, the singer-songwriter battled a number of health issues after being diagnosed with

From the 'miracle' surgery that saw his organs removed to the dramatic stage collapse that horrified fans, we look back at the incredible resilience of a music legend who spent decades battling health

Chris Rea is known around the world for hits such as "I Can Hear Your Heartbeat." His death was announced on Dec. 22, 2025. The world won't forget the singer's charisma and talent. What was Chris's cause of death?

British singer Chris Rea, who is best known for his iconic festive hit, Driving Home for Christmas, died aged 74. His death was announced on Monday (December 22), in an emotional statement on behalf of his wife and two children,

Chris Rea, the rock singer who was best known for hits including “Driving Home For Christmas” and “Fool (If You Think It’s Over),” has died following a short illness. He was 74.

Chris Rea gave his wife Joan the rights to all his songs after he was diagnosed with cancer back in 2001. Along with the complete list of songs, he also gave her the rights to his hit song Driving Home for Christmas. During an interview on BBC's Mortimer and Whitehouse Gone Fishing five years ago, Rea humorously said:

Driving Home For Christmas singer Chris Rea was making festive posts on social media hours before he died 'peacefully in hospital' at the age of 74 following a short illness

The rock and blues singer, Chris Rea spent countless hours on the road, and his love of cars and driving was the inspiration behind many of his songs.