Roger Whittaker, one of the UK's most celebrated folk music singers and best-known as an expert whistler, has died aged 87. A family statement, reported by German media outlet Bild, confirmed he died ...

Roger Whittaker, folk singer and expert whistler known for tracks such as “Durham Town (The Leavin’),” “New World in the Morning” and his Billboard Hot 100 top 20 track “The Last Farewell,” has died ...

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 ...

A Briton with a rich baritone, he charmed audiences, mostly in Europe and America, with sentimental songs, like his signature hit, “The Last Farewell.” By Robert D. McFadden Roger Whittaker, a British ...

Folk singer Roger Whittaker, known for hits "Durham Town" and "The Last Farewell," has died. He was 87. "It is with great sadness we share the news of Roger's passing at age 87. His life, artistry and ...

Roger Henry Brough Whittaker (born 22 March 1936) is a British singer-songwriter and musician, who was born in Nairobi to English parents. His music is an eclectic mix of folk music and popular songs ...

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 ...