Singer Chris Rea has died at the age of 74. The Middlesbrough-born musician was behind the festive classic, ‘Driving Home for Christmas’. A statement, provided on behalf of Rea's wife and two children, said: "It is with immense sadness that we announce the death of our beloved Chris”. "He passed away peacefully in hospital earlier today following a short illness, surrounded by his family." #death #chrisrea #skynews SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for more videos: http://www.youtube.com/skynews