Roger Whittaker
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HarryVegas
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His geography was a bit out, mind, putting Durham on the Tyne.
Beverleyred
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They’re all sadly slipping away, RIP Roger.
Abel Tasman
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I will be whistling all day in tribute. Memories of his guest appearances over the years in such shows as Val Doonican Show, Lulu, Des O'Connor, Cannon and Ball - in fact probably every light entertainment series you can think of back then!
Norman_Conquest
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I hate to hear people whistle and find it infuriating but Whittaker's whistling was like him playing a wind instrument as he took it to another level. He had a lovely clear voice and recorded some classics but one of my favourites is 'You are the Wind Beneath my Wings.'
RIP
RIP
One of my dad’s favourites, he would often sing Roger Whitaker, Matt Monroe and The Seekers songs. I very much grew to appreciate Roger Whitaker as a result. Another sad loss from my childhood years gone but not forgotten. The song of his my dad sang the most was probably this one below, I occasionally sing a few bars myself in his honour to this day.
R.I.P. Roger, thanks for the memories, God Bless.
R.I.P. Roger, thanks for the memories, God Bless.
Alan_Breck
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Lemmy_kilmister
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Bless him...I thought he would have been older than he was.
No better tribute than when the King is singing your song.
No better tribute than when the King is singing your song.
Cardiffdaffs
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Found him quite depressing to listen to. From the same stable as hearing the theme to Sing Something Simple on a Sunday afternoon. RIP though !
Zoophonic
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He was very big in Germany. 1970s icon and as OP says it’s always sad to say farewell to them when they do leave.
BoroinBuxton
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Iconic song from my childhood. Much loved. Like Lemmy, I thought he was older. RIP thanks for the memories X
