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Tony Bennett Memorabilia Auction Raises Thousands

Over 350 items belonging to the late jazz legend Tony Bennett were auctioned in Los Angeles, with contributions from Lady Gaga.

  • Tony Bennett, who passed away in July 2023 at 96, was celebrated through a Los Angeles auction of 350 memorabilia items.
  • A gold Rolex watch and a Tiffany necklace, both fetching $13,000 each, were among the top-selling items.
  • Lady Gaga contributed a sketch by Bennett, which she had signed with a personal message, selling for over $4,400.
  • The auction featured Bennett's artwork, including a self-portrait watercolor that sold for $5,200, far exceeding its initial estimate.
  • Bennett, renowned for hits like 'I Left My Heart In San Francisco,' left a legacy of over 70 albums and numerous Grammy Awards.
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