Overview

• The 82-year-old died from sepsis after a brief illness at sheltered accommodation in Lytham, surrounded by family.
• His son Dean announced the death on Facebook and later shared performance clips as tributes surpassed 400 messages.
• A funeral service is scheduled for Monday, 27 October at Carleton Crematorium, according to family notices.
• Betton’s career spanned decades on the Blackpool and Fylde club circuit with Rat Pack standards and included tours in Australia, South Africa and a stint in Las Vegas.
• He retired following his wife Josie’s death, then returned to perform That’s Life with Dean on Britain’s Got Talent in 2020, earning praise from Simon Cowell and Amanda Holden; BGT judge auditions are currently in Blackpool from 10–17 October.