Patricia Humperdinck died on Friday night after contracting Covid-19, with pop star husband Engelbert Humperdinck breaking the devastating news of her passing. We were together for 57 years and she left four wonderful children behind and me. Who'll find love on our blind date? Get the biggest TV headlines, recaps and insider knowledge straight to your inbox. While Healey starred in "Wuthering Heights," Bush wrote a record-breaking song for the story when she was just a teenager. However, he added that his fans have been 'absolutely fantastic' and that he's looking forward to singing for them again despite the 'sensitive lyrics' since 'it's his job'. Towards the end Engelbert, who is a staunch Roman Catholic with strong faith, would pray at her bedside. Engelbert Humperdinck on impact of wife's death, Engelbert Humperdinck spoke about the death of his wife Patricia during an appearance on Good Morning Britain on Thursday, Patricia sadly passed away in Los Angeles in February this year after contracting Covid-19, and had also battled Alzheimer's disease for a decade, Engelbert married Patricia Healey back in 1964 whom he met at a nightclub in Leicester. Engelbert Humperdinck has revealed how the death of his wife from coronavirus has 'affected him pretty badly'. The 84-year-old singer shared the news of his wife's death in a Facebook post on . The couple's long-lasting relationship began with a chance encounter on a night out in 1953 - and for the iconic singer, it was love at first sight when he set eyes on the 17-year-old girl. My fans have been absolutely fantastic. Meet his late spouse. Bush has been with her husband, Dan McIntosh, for over 30 years. She created the whole thing Ive been out there doing bits and pieces and hopefully making her happy as she looks at me doing it. Ive added a song to my show which I wrote about 30 years ago, called Everywhere I Go. During a 54-year career taking him to different places around the globe and meeting an army of adoring fans, there was one constant in Engelbert Humperdinck's life his loyal wife Patricia. "We have kept the service plans close to our hearts and private due to the changing challenges of Covid safety but Patricia was a proud Leicester lady, salt of the earth and very much loved from Queniborough - where she was born - to Leicester, to Great Glen. Engelbert in a limousine travelling behind the hearse, (Image: Leicester Mercury / Chris Gordon). A lot of the songs apply to her and Im worried about singing some of them, that it might be too emotional, but nevertheless I have to put on a brave face and do my job and hope it will work out. Engelbert has released his new single and video, a country version of Barry Whites 1974 classic Youre The First, The Last, My Everything. Usually, Im just in and out and I dont have time to do anything.Its been so wonderful to see things for the first time without worrying. A lot of people are praying, and I believe that one of these days, she will start talking again.". Published: 10:05 GMT, 22 July 2021 | Updated: 10:05 GMT, 22 July 2021. He has accumulated most of his earnings from his singing career. Shes finally home now and so were grateful for that.'. Your comment will be posted to MailOnline as usual. That to me was more important at the time. The funeral cortege leaves the house in Great Glen with Engelbert Humperdinck sits in the back. She was 85. Thatll keep me going and keep my mind off things. Engelbert Humperdinck has said he considered cancelling his forthcoming tour following the death of his wife. Do you know this baby? But she was suffering so much. The two worked together in music for pieces like "The Red Shoes" and "Lily. God came along and took her and shes in heaven now. While the family visits sometimes, Humperdinck misses them during the holidays. The couple married in 1964, after meeting at a nightclub in Leicester. "He stood out because he had got this wonderful white suit on. We thought she was going to be cured and then along came this bloody Covid, it got hold of her.Throwing himself into his work he continues to tour and release music has been Engelberts way of coping, he explains. Fans, friends and neighbours have paid their respects to the wife of Great Glen singing legend Englebert Humperdinck, as her funeral was held today. I want my life to be with her. It finishes in Thailand. To add to his troubles, Engelbert is battling the effects of long Covid, which left him with leg and back pain and unable to swallow. Im thrilled," he said. Goodnight my baby., Celeb obsessed? Appearing on Good Morning Britain to promote his new tour The Legend Continues,Engelbert admitted that it has been 'quite difficult' moving on without his wife. Birth date: May 2, 1936. Humperdinck also represented the UK at the Eurovision Song Contest in 2012 with the song Love Will Set You Free. For more than ten years Engelbert Humperdinck's beloved wife Patricia suffered from Alzheimer's. Oscar Cainer tells all, How to dress like a grown up: Trust me, loose fit can be flattering, says Shane Watson, Anti-agers no one but you needs to know about,Inge Van Lotringen tells all. We collect and tell stories of people from all around the world. She then took a break for four years before landing a part in 1958's "Charlesworth at Large." 2023 Deadline Hollywood, LLC. It keeps me up to date. What lack of sleep REALLY does to your face: Expert reveals the warning signs your skin is suffering, My Daily Horoscope: What does March 2nd hold for MY star sign? When Patricia was interviewed by the BBC several years ago about their first meeting, she said: "The night that I saw Enge, it was just something different. Its hard to talk about, admits the 86-year-old star. The musician is married to Patricia Healey, his starsign is Taurus and he is now 86 years of age. Hes one of my favourite people as an actor.. Although her funeral will be a private affair, Humperdinck said in a YouTube video that he'd like to see fans paying their respects along her final journey from . Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group, PrettyLittleThing - Offers on women's clothing, Get inspired by the newest styles and offers, Click through for ASOS promo codes this Autumn, Spend less with Missguided's exclusive codes, Treat yourself to offers on make-up and accessories, Check out the latest Wayfair sale to save on furniture. Its not been easy. Ive taken it and moved it into a different direction and hopefully, it has the catchy form that people like.. Something went wrong, please try again later. Barry Whites version of it was unmistakable. Queen Letizia of Spain is polished in a recycled Reiss skirt as she joins King Felipe VI at Repli-Kate! He had his own inimitable style. Motorists happy to queue up for cheapest fuel in the county no matter how small the savings, Costco members save 6p a litre on petrol and 12p a litre on diesel, When Leicestershire car boot sales are opening for 2023, Ready to grab a bargain? "I believe there is a cure that is being held up for some reason, so I decided to treat her with holistic medicine and acupuncture and a way of producing new stem cells," he told the publication. Patricia died in February after contracting Covid 19. Englebert had asked people to pay their respects along the route. I was holding on to my underwear, the police got me out.. Patricia, who had been married to Engelbert since 1964 but had battled Alzheimer's disease for almost a decade . But heartbreakingly Patricia succumbed to the illness as her children gathered around her bed. She stood there for hours and hours talking to people she didnt know, making conversation.. It keeps me up to date. Read More >> Riding a new wave of popularity, iconic singer . Coming back to the UK is always special for him. Patricia, who was diagnosed with Alzheimers in 2007, died in February at the couples Los Angeles home after suffering a cardiac arrest. Im so glad she stayed with me through thick and thin. We had to wait months and months for the funeral and all . Engelbert Humperdinck was spotted bravely waving to fans and well-wishers as he bid farewell to his wife of 56 years at her funeral after her battle with Alzheimer's. Over the years, Healey toughed it out with her husband and his infidelities with groupies. Cruelly, she died aged 85 in February last year from heart failure after contracting Covid. Every day I put out something different. To watch the video exclusively, visit. The 85-year-old singer, who lives inLeicester, announced the passing of his wifeof 56 years Patricia in February this year, explaining she 'slipped softly away' after a 'brave' 13-year battle with Alzheimer's. At the end of the show theres a rush forward and they all crowd the front of the stage.. Im waiting for a cure for her. As soon as you do something, millions of people know about it immediately. 'Since February we've been waiting, waiting for the quarantine to go away so we can give her a good final send off in our home in Leicester. 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In the video he said: "My precious wife, Popea, will be making her final journey. He scraped by for the first few years of his career, during which he went by the name, Gerry Dorsey. Ive taken it and moved it into a different direction and hopefully, it has the catchy form that people like. The video, which exclusively premieres on the Daily Express website today, was shot in the Cowboy Palace Saloon, a honky tonk club in Los Angeles. Patricia, their son, daughter and some of his wifes carers were also laid low by the virus. ENGELBERT Humperdinck has shared his heartbreak as his wife of 56 years has died after contracting coronavirus. He was previously married to Patricia Healey. Our free Loughborough email updates are the best way to get headlines direct to your inbox. Mine started in 1965. She stood there for hours and hours talking to people she didnt know, making conversation.Coming back to the UK is always special for him. It was 4am for him.". He went on: "Her earthly limitations no longer hold her down as she is freely running the glorious gardens of Heaven, reunited with so many loved ones. Patricia Healey, who was married to singer Engelbert Humperdinck for 56 years and had a strong UK acting career, has died. Engelbert said he wanted to keep it as authentic as possible with genuine dancers, not actors. Last week on Facebook and YouTube, the 85-year-old Release Me singer spoke to his fans and asked them to say a prayer and, if they were in the area, watch the funeral procession to by. The couple married in 1964, after meeting at a nightclub in Leicester. He was equally honoured when he met another Royal, Princess Anne, in April this year when he received his MBE at Windsor Castle. Covid left her with other things, it disturbed her heart and she went with a cardiac arrest. 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", On a more positive note, Engelbert said: "Im excited about whats been happening in my life with the MBE, which has been quite wonderful because Her Majesty The Queen has given me the opportunity of putting letters behind my name so it now distinguishes me from the original Engelbert Humperdinck, which is rather lovely! Engelbert said he wanted to keep it as authentic as possible with genuine dancers, not actors.The song is a taster from his new album, coming out later this year, which was recorded in Nashville, Tennessee. We had to wait from February to July to bring her back to England. She would always put a little threat on: 'If you keep this up, Ill tell your father when he comes home!' Katie Wright is a highly regarded Los Angeles-based showbusiness writer constantly . We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. On Jan. 26 he revealed that he, Healey, their son Jason and two of their caregivers had tested positive for Covid-19. Engelbert Humperdinck has said that he wants to see "friendly faces" at the funeral for his wife tomorrow (Tuesday, August 3). The crooner, 85, was married to Patricia for almost 60 years when she died . The whole family has been in limbo lately because we finally brought her home (from Los Angeles). Its been very hard to think of touring since Patricia died, shes my soul mate, but Ive tried to think of what she would want for me.. Patricia has been by Engelbert's side throughout his rise . Pic: Andy Carpenter. Engelbert Humperdinck and his wife Patricia Healey have been in a loving relationship for more than 50 years. Finally, under the advice of a new manager the same one who helped Tom Jones Humperdinck adopted his current name which is in honor of a German composer from the 19th century. You know the whole family has been in limbo lately because we finally brought her home. Spirit Awards: 'Everything Everywhere All At Once' Takes Best Feature, 6 Other Trophies; 'The Bear', Quinta Brunson Tops In TV - Full Winners List, Jake Gyllenhaal Shows Off Ripped Physique At UFC 285 As He Readies Road House Remake, ParaPod Awards Set Nominees For Paranormal Event, Willem Dafoe Requested Emma Stone Slap Him Then Begged For More 19 Times. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. She was amazing. While Engelbert travelled the world and sold millions of records, his devoted wife was at home raising their four children - Louise, Jason, Brad and Scott. The old saying is that its love at first sight. I keep up with the times by watching programmes like The Voice and all the Got Talent shows. Patricia had stood by her husband despite the alleged affairs of his heyday and the pair remained devoted to each other for the rest of her life. The singer Engelbert Humperdinck has finally managed to lay his wife to rest six months after her death. "Its taking a lot of time, but its working. By MARGARET HUSSEY. Ray Conniff. As brain cells die, the functions they provide are lost. ', Soulmates: The couple's love story spans more than 70 years (pictured at their home in Leicester in 1999), Throwback: Engelbert has often spoken about Patricia's Alzheimer's since she was diagnosed with the condition more than a decade ago (pictured in 1991), Co-presenter Richard ended the interview by asking the 85-year-old about his morning routine, to which Engelbert responded: 'I do exercise, I havent been in the mood for it quite lately but I do keep my body in shape and with that your mind keeps healthy.'. Hes one of my favourite people as an actor.During his Asian tour, Engelbert has been to Japan and Malaysia. 1 min read. Engelbert Humperdinck will take The Legend Continues Tour across the UK in autumn 2021, Good Morning Britain weekdays from 6am on ITV and ITV Hub. After 54 years it went back into the charts at number one on the Spotify charts. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Moon River & Other Great Movie Themes. So there were many people who lent their hearts., He pauses: We did it every day but Im afraid God had other plans.. Engelbert is on Instagram: @ThisisEngelbertHumperdinck and Twitter @ehumperdinck. Get a daily dose of showbiz gossip direct to your inbox. When success comes along after a long silence, it is so thrilling. She doesnt talk much, but only yesterday I said, 'Im going to pull some weeds.' People go out there and try to do new stuff, but audiences scream for the old, the songs that really mattered in their lives. Commenting on his grief and life without his wife, Engelbert said: "I don't know how it's going to affect me, I have no idea. We love you beyond words, forever and always. The 85-year-old's wife, Patricia Dorsey, finally succumbed to Alzheimer's in February . Kate Bush poses for a shoot in Italy in 1978 | Photo: Getty Images, Following her rise to fame, Bush then spent 12 years out of the limelight raising her family with McIntosh, a guitarist. After Thailand, hes gigging across the States until December and hopes to tour the UK again soon. What are you going to do if you dont? So Im going to do it.. That to me was more important at the time. She was 85 and died Thursday from complications related to Covid-19. And, he says, Patricia is with him in all his shows. He added her "battle with Alzheimer's was brave from the very beginning" and she had "she slipped softly away, as if by God's clockwork". Healey had Alzheimers disease for more than a decade, Humperdinck said. In 2007, Patricia was diagnosed with Alzheimer's - and the couple's lives were turned upside down once again. To do this we will link your MailOnline account with your Facebook account. Siegburg Mlldorf, Rhein-Sieg-Kreis, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany. He once described their first meeting as being "love at first sight.". "Our family is heartbroken over the loss of my darling wife. How to trick yourself slim: Top nutritionist reveals her tips including shrinking your cutlery, sniffing Meghan's (very expensive) date night look! "She created the whole thing Ive been out there doing bits and pieces and hopefully making her happy as she looks at me doing it. Posted on February 27, 2023 by how much is tim allen's car collection worth suchon funeral home plymouth, wi obituaries . Speaking to hosts Kate Garraway and Richard Madeley, he began: 'Im bearing up not bad. Good Records. AmoMama creates engaging, meaningful content for women. Im hoping it will. I started off working in clubs under my real name, Gerry Dorsey. The pair tied the knot in 1964. Read about our approach to external linking. Healey and Humperdinck share four children in total. He is believed to have sold north of 150 million records worldwide. On the night of their first meeting, the pair were both out on the town, and Humperdinck asked Healey to dance. During a 54-year career taking him to different places around the globe and meeting an army of adoring fans, there was one constant in Engelbert Humperdincks life his loyal wife Patricia. We had to wait months and months for the funeral and all that got on top of me. Sammy Davis, Jr. 16 Most Requested Songs: Doris Day. Ive got the song ready.. 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