Tony Christie
Tony Christie (born 25 April 1943) is an English singer and actor. He is best known for his recording of "Is This the Way to Amarillo", a double UK chart success.
Early Life[edit | edit source]
Tony Christie was born Anthony Fitzgerald in Conisbrough, West Riding of Yorkshire, England. He developed an interest in music at an early age and began performing in local clubs and pubs.
Career[edit | edit source]
Christie's career began in the 1960s when he joined various bands and started performing in working men's clubs. His breakthrough came in 1971 with the release of "Is This the Way to Amarillo", written by Neil Sedaka and Howard Greenfield. The song became a major hit in the UK and several other countries.
1970s Success[edit | edit source]
During the 1970s, Christie enjoyed a series of hits including "I Did What I Did for Maria", "Avenues and Alleyways", and "Las Vegas". He became a popular figure on television and radio, and his songs were frequently played on the airwaves.
Later Career[edit | edit source]
In the 1990s and 2000s, Christie experienced a resurgence in popularity. In 2005, "Is This the Way to Amarillo" was re-released to raise funds for the charity Comic Relief. The song reached number one on the UK Singles Chart, introducing Christie to a new generation of fans.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
Tony Christie has been married to his wife, Sue, since 1967. They have three children. Christie continues to perform and record music, maintaining a loyal fan base.
Discography[edit | edit source]
- With Loving Feeling (1972)
- Avenues and Alleyways (1973)
- The Best of Tony Christie (1974)
- Welcome to My Music (1976)
- Calypso and Rum (1977)
- The Tony Christie Love Collection (1981)
- Simply in Love (1990)
- Welcome to My Music 2 (1991)
- Made in Sheffield (2008)
- Now's the Time! (2011)
Filmography[edit | edit source]
- Made in Heaven (1987)
- The Boat That Rocked (2009)
Awards and Recognition[edit | edit source]
Tony Christie has received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career, including recognition for his contributions to music and charity work.
See Also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
External Links[edit | edit source]
 | This music-related article is a stub. You can help WikiMD by expanding it. |
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
|
WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia |
| Let Food Be Thy Medicine Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates |
Translate this page: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
தமிழ்,
తెలుగు,
Urdu,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
বাংলা
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
Greek,
português do Brasil,
polski,
română,
русский,
Nederlands,
norsk,
svenska,
suomi,
Italian
Middle Eastern & African
عربى,
Turkish,
Persian,
Hebrew,
Afrikaans,
isiZulu,
Kiswahili,
Other
Bulgarian,
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
മലയാളം,
मराठी,
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ,
ગુજરાતી,
Portuguese,
Ukrainian
Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
