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Chris Rea, ‘Driving Home for Christmas’ Singer, Dies at 74

By Sophia Martinez - Editor, Entertainment

December 22, 2025 7:18 pm

Chris Rea, ‘Driving Home for Christmas’ Singer, Dies at 74

Chris‍ Rea, the celebrated⁢ singer-songwriter whose soulful voice and captivating storytelling defined a generation, has passed away at the age of 74. His family announced the‌ news on Monday, december ⁢22, 2025, sharing ‍that ⁢he died in a hospital following a brief illness.

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Sophia Martinez - Editor, Entertainment

Full Name: Sophia Martinez Role: Editor, Entertainment Category: Entertainment Location: Los Angeles, USA Education: BA in Journalism, University of Southern California Experience: 15+ years in entertainment journalism Expertise: Film, music, celebrity culture, red carpet events Professional Affiliations: Member, Hollywood Foreign Press Association Languages: English (native), Spanish (fluent) Bio: Sophia Martinez is a renowned entertainment journalist with over 15 years of experience covering film, music, and celebrity culture. She has interviewed Hollywood’s biggest stars and reported from major events like the Oscars and Cannes Film Festival. As Editor of the Entertainment section at World Today Journal, she brings exclusive interviews, reviews, and the latest in pop culture to readers worldwide.