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'Driving Home for Christmas' singer Chris Rea dies aged 74

The British singer Chris Rea has died at the age of 74 after a short illness.
He found fame in the late 70s and 80s with hits like 'Road to Hell', 'Let's Dance' and perhaps his most famous song, 'Driving Home for Christmas'.
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