Edelweiss singer Vince Hill dies aged 86 as tributes pour in for the “music legend”.
Vince Hill has sadly passed away at the age of 86, and tributes to the ‘music legend’ are flocking.
The singer, best known for his recording of “Edelweiss,” passed away peacefully at his home, his family announced on Friday.
His loved ones shared a statement on his Twitter account, confirming the sad news of his death and praising his “musical legacy.”
They wrote: “Unfortunately, we have to share news that none of us want to hear. We are very sorry to inform you that Vince has left us.”
“He passed away peacefully at home. Vince left a musical legacy… His tunes will stay in our hearts forever. To you, V… you damn legend xxx’
Heartbreaking: Vince Hill has sadly passed away at the age of 86 and tributes to the ‘music legend’ are flocking.
His loved ones shared a statement on his Twitter account, confirming the sad news of his death and praising his “musical legacy.”
Fans were quick to pay their respects, writing on Twitter: “Sorry, another huge fan has passed away.” RIP Vince Hill’
Another wrote: “Died aged 89. Someone who’s been making sweet music for the past 70 years.’ That’s a pretty good legacy!’
A third added: “Thoughts of Vince’s friends and family.” Vince left us a whole catalog of music for us to enjoy. TV themes, covers, collaborations and own compositions. I’m glad I took mum to see him live because he was one of her favorites.”
Vince’s close friend Les Dennis wrote, “I heard the news on the way home today and cried.” Did two summer seasons with Vince. He was brilliant on stage and more importantly he was a lovely man.
“Be sure to visit him and Annie at their beautiful home in Henley. They welcomed Dustin and I and we had a lovely evening. RIP X’
Singer Lyn Paul added: “Oh no! One of the nicest people I’ve had the pleasure of working with. RIP Vince. xx’
Radio DJ Tony Blackburn added, “So sorry to hear that singer Vince Hill passed away yesterday.” We were in the same agency in the ’60s and he was a very nice guy. He had a great voice and his 1967 version of Edelweiss was a big hit. RIP Vince.’
He became a singer after winning a talent contest when he was 15, but also worked as a baker, truck driver and miner before finding success.
Vince’s hits include “Look Around”, “The Rivers Run Dry”, “Daydream” and “Does’t Anybody Know My Name”.
In the 1970s he was the front-runner at the London Palladium and his hit “Edelweiss” took him to number 2 in the top 10.
Devastating: The singer, best known for his recording of “Edelweiss,” passed away peacefully at his home, his family announced on Friday
Fans were quick to pay their respects, writing on Twitter: “Sorry, another huge fan has passed away.” RIP Vince Hill’
Loss: The musician mourned the loss of his wife Annie in 2016 and also lost his son Athol in an accident in 2014
The musician mourned the loss of his wife Annie in 2016 and also lost his son Athol in an accident in 2014.
Athol was found dead just hours after a car crash on black ice. Paramedics were called but could not be revived.
The father of two was met at the scene of the accident and driven to the home of his teenage daughter and her mother Liz Green in Henley-on-Thames.
Thirty-six hours later, Ms Green tried to wake him but found he had died.