Roger Whittaker, best known for his hit 1969 track “Durham Town,” has died at the age of 87. Whittaker was known for his superb whistling ability, baritone singing voice and his guitar skills. Per his ...

No cause of death was revealed. Whittaker’s death was confirmed in an official statement by Sony Music. “It is with great sadness that we share that our beloved Roger Whittaker passed away on the 13th ...

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Roger Whittaker, an avuncular singer-songwriter whose soothing baritone, virtuosic whistling and gentle interpretations of pop standards earned him an international following for more than four ...

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Roger Whittaker, a British folk singer noted for the hits “The Last Farewell” and “Durham Town,” died Sept. 13. He was 87. Whittaker’s death was announced on his website. He died in a hospital near ...