'Driving Home For Christmas' singer Chris Rea dies at 74

His famous song 'Driving Home For Christmas' was first released in 1986
Chris Rea (Michael Stephens/PA)

Chris Rea (Michael Stephens/PA)

Mon, 22 Dec, 2025 - 15:03
Kerri-Ann Roper

Singer Chris Rea, whose songs include the festive hit Driving Home For Christmas, has died at the age of 74, a spokesperson for his family said.

The musician was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and had his pancreas removed in 2001, and in 2016 he suffered a stroke.

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