Tony Bennett's legacy: Mega auction with Lady Gaga's love letter!

Tony Bennett's legacy: Mega auction with Lady Gaga's love letter!

The enthusiasm for the music legend Tony Bennett remains unbroken, even after his death in July 2023 at the age of 96. In an upcoming auction that will take place in Los Angeles on October 29, over 350 personal memory of the former jazz star will be auctioned. This collection, which was announced by the auction house in Julien’s, includes a diverse selection of objects, including jewelry, works of art and unique notes.

Particularly outstanding in this collection is a noble Tiffany necklace that gave Bennett from his beloved wife Susan and for which a sales price of up to $ 15,000 is expected. A golden Rolex wristwatch has already attracted great attention and is estimated at around $ 6,000.

a thank you letter from Lady Gaga

Another remarkable highlight of the auction is a sketch that Bennett made for the well -known singer Lady Gaga. This sketch was given a loving thank you letter by Gaga, in which she writes: "Thank you for believing in me. With love, Lady Gaga." This warm message testifies to the deep connection between the two artists who always admired and supported each other.

The collaboration between Bennett and Gaga started in 2011 when they recorded the swing classic "The Lady is a Tramp" together. Later they released their second joint album "Love for Sale" in 2021, which followed the first album "Cheek to Cheek" from 2014. Both artists who were awarded numerous Grammys appreciated each other and together form an impressive musical alliance.

The collection also includes some signed documents from other large artists; There is a letter from Frank Sinatra and a sheet music sheet of a duet by Bennett with Stevie Wonder, which was signed with the words "My love is with you, Stevie" by Wonder. Tony Bennett has made a name for himself through hits like "I Left My Heart in San Francisco" and published over 70 albums for which he received several Grammys.

The upcoming auction not only represents a tribute to Bennett, but also offers fans and collectors the opportunity to become part of his heritage. The diverse objects that are auctioned reflect the versatility and influence that this extraordinary musician had on the music scene. The connection between Bennett and prominent artists such as Lady Gaga and Stevie Wonder will live on by auctioning his souvenirs.

For more information about this remarkable auction and the associated pieces, see the current reporting on www.nordbayern.de .