Chris Rea's Childhood Home Inspired Festive Hit
The Daily Mail reveals the Middlesbrough semi that inspired Chris Rea's classic 'Driving Home for Christmas'. Discover the story behind the beloved festive song and its journey to fame.
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Stars' Tragic Fates Haunt Festive 'Driving Home' Video
The star-studded 2009 'Driving Home For Christmas' charity video is now a poignant memorial. Lizzie Cundy reveals the bittersweet truth behind the smiles as multiple cast members, including Chris Rea, have since passed away.
Chris Rea's family faced triple tragedy before his death
Chris Rea died on December 22 after a short illness. The 'Driving Home For Christmas' singer's death followed the passing of two siblings in three months, but he also found joy as a new grandfather. Read the full story.
Chris Rea dies at 74 after cancer and stroke battles
Singer Chris Rea, famed for Driving Home For Christmas, has died at 74. His family speaks of 'awful pain' as he becomes the third sibling to pass away within three months. Read the full story.
Chris Rea Dies Aged 74, Third Family Loss in Months
Singer Chris Rea, famed for 'Driving Home for Christmas', has died aged 74. His family reveals the tragic loss is the third sibling death in just three months. Read the full story.
BBC's Chris Rea Tribute Leaves Fans in Tears
The BBC aired a poignant tribute to Chris Rea, the Driving Home For Christmas singer who died aged 74. Viewers were deeply moved by the on-air gesture.
BBC Tribute Moves Fans After Chris Rea's Death
The BBC's poignant on-air tribute to Chris Rea, who died aged 74, left viewers emotional. His iconic song 'Driving Home for Christmas' opened a festive TV show. Read the full story.
Hollywood's Famous Siblings You Forgot About
Explore the famous brothers and sisters of A-listers like Taylor Swift, Blake Lively, and Charlie Sheen. Discover the lesser-known siblings behind Hollywood's biggest stars.
FC Supra Adopts Bilbao Model for Québec Football Talent
New CPL side FC Supra du Québec is building a roster exclusively from local talent, inspired by Athletic Bilbao, to create a vital pathway for the province's footballers. Discover their ambitious plan.
Bob Mortimer Pays Tribute to Friend Chris Rea
Comedian Bob Mortimer remembers singer Chris Rea as a 'brilliant funny giant' following his death at 74. Read the heartfelt tribute and their shared Middlesbrough bond.
Bob Mortimer Pays Tribute to Chris Rea After Death at 74
Comedian Bob Mortimer leads tributes to music legend Chris Rea, recalling their hilarious 'egg in a bath' story. The singer of Driving Home For Christmas has died aged 74. Read the full story.
Bob Mortimer's Tribute to 'Driving Home for Christmas' Star
Comedian Bob Mortimer leads tributes to his 'brilliant' friend Chris Rea, the singer of 'Driving Home for Christmas', who has died aged 74. Read the touching story of their North East friendship.
Chris Rea death adds to Christmas singer tragedy list
The death of Driving Home for Christmas singer Chris Rea adds to a tragic pattern of festive hit stars passing near Christmas. Explore the 'curse' and other singers lost.
Chris Rea Dies Aged 74, GMB Presenters Pay Tribute
Good Morning Britain presenters paid tribute to singer Chris Rea, who has died at 74. His family confirmed the 'very sad' news following a short illness. Read the full story.
Chris Rea's M1 inspiration for Driving Home for Christmas
How a snowy M1 traffic jam in 1978 inspired Chris Rea's classic Driving Home for Christmas. The song's journey to becoming a festive staple and the rock singer's legacy following his death at 74. Read the full story.
Chris Rea's Final Gift: Song Rights to Wife After Cancer
Legendary singer Chris Rea gifted his wife the rights to his iconic songs, including 'Driving Home For Christmas', after a cancer battle brought them closer. Read his moving final interview.
How Chris Rea's Christmas Hit Built a £15m Fortune
The incredible story of how Chris Rea wrote 'Driving Home For Christmas' while stuck in traffic, a song that now earns £210k yearly and helped amass his £15m fortune in supercars and property.
Chris Rea dies aged 74, family announces
Legendary musician Chris Rea, creator of the festive classic Driving Home For Christmas, has died peacefully at 74. Discover the story behind his iconic song and remarkable career.
Singer-songwriter Chris Rea dies aged 74
Chris Rea, the gravelly-voiced singer behind hits like 'Driving Home For Christmas', has died at 74. Read about his unconventional journey and late-career blues revival.
Chris Rea, British Rock Legend, Dies Aged 74
The music world mourns the loss of Chris Rea, the iconic singer-songwriter behind hits like 'Fool (If You Think It's Over)' and 'On the Beach'. We revisit his remarkable journey from 1970s breakthrough to 21st-century tours.
The Enduring Story of Chris Rea's Driving Home for Christmas
Discover the true story behind Chris Rea's classic festive song, 'Driving Home for Christmas', a slow-burning hit that captured Britain's seasonal spirit. Read the full journey from A1 traffic jam to timeless anthem.
Chris Rea Dies Aged 74, Driving Home for Christmas Singer
British singer-songwriter Chris Rea, famed for Driving Home for Christmas, has died at 74. We look back at his career, health struggles, and enduring legacy.
Singer-Songwriter Chris Rea Dies Aged 74
The music world mourns the loss of Chris Rea, the beloved singer-songwriter behind the festive classic 'Driving Home for Christmas'. We look back at his remarkable career and enduring legacy.
Chris Rea, singer of Driving Home for Christmas, dies aged 74
Chris Rea, the singer-songwriter behind Driving Home for Christmas and The Road to Hell, has died aged 74. We explore his principled career, from AOR hits to raw blues.
Chris Rea gave wife song rights after cancer news
Music legend Chris Rea transferred all his song rights, including 'Driving Home For Christmas', to wife Joan upon his cancer diagnosis. The singer has died aged 74. Read the full story.
Chris Rea, 'Driving Home for Christmas' singer, dies aged 74
Legendary singer-songwriter Chris Rea has died at 74. The Middlesbrough-born star, famous for his festive anthem, faced pancreatic cancer and a stroke but never feared death. Read the full tribute.
Chris Rea's Dole & Driving Ban When He Wrote Hit
Chris Rea heartbreakingly revealed he was on Jobseeker's Allowance and banned from driving when he penned 'Driving Home For Christmas'. Read the full story behind the festive classic.
Chris Rea Dies at 74, Leaves Wife Joan After 57 Years
Singer Chris Rea, famed for the festive classic 'Driving Home For Christmas', has died aged 74. We look at his 57-year marriage to Joan and the desperate journey that inspired the iconic song.
Chris Rea's Final Interview: Driving Ban Inspired Christmas Hit
In his last interview, Chris Rea revealed his iconic song 'Driving Home for Christmas' was born from a low point, including a driving ban. The beloved singer has died aged 74.
Chris Rea dies aged 74 after short illness
Chris Rea, singer of 'Driving Home for Christmas', has died aged 74. His final Instagram post, shared hours before, featured a snowy road and lyrics from his iconic festive song. Read the full story and tributes.
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