We are extremely sorrowful to announce the passing of Frank Ifield, a truly iconic musician who was really important in the rise of the famous Beatles. On Saturday, at 86 years old, Frank passed away quietly in his sleep. A close friend has confirmed this.
Frank Ifield was born in the UK and grew up in Australia. He came back to the UK in 1959. Pretty quickly, he won over the hearts of the British public and became a big star. His super popular hits like “I Remember You,” “Lovesick Blues,” “The Wayward Wind,” and “Confessin’ That I Love You” made him number one in the UK.
Frank Ifield’s musical path started when he was 13 and got a guitar as a present. With a lot of determination and a hunger for creativity, he learned to play the guitar by himself and started writing his own songs. It was around this time that he found out he loved yodeling and country music, which became a big part of his special style.
Trying to be successful, Ifield put all his heart and soul into his work. He put out an amazing 44 records in just six years. His non-stop hard work and great talent made him the best-selling recording artist in Australia, New Zealand, and Tasmania.
Frank Ifield not only made a huge mark on the music business but also was really important in introducing the world to a not-so-well-known band called The Beatles. After he moved to the UK, Ifield helped The Beatles by having them open for him. This helped them become super famous really fast.
In 1965, Frank Ifield was lucky enough to perform at the really important Royal Variety Show for the late Queen. His great musical skills and cool stage presence made a lasting impression. This made him a real musical legend.
Even though he had a lot of success, Ifield had a big problem. In 1986, he got pneumonia. He had emergency surgery to take out part of his lung and this hurt his vocal cords. This made him stop his music career for a few years. But his spirit was still strong. In 2005, he wrote an autobiography about his amazing life.
Because of his huge contributions to the entertainment business and the arts, Frank Ifield got the Medal of the Order of Australia after four years. This honor showed how much he worked hard and was committed to his music.
As we say goodbye to this musical star, we remember Frank Ifield not just for his amazing talent but also for the love and happiness he gave to millions all over the world. He leaves behind his loving wife, Myra Ifield, and their two children. They will always remember him.