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Lou Christie, Lightnin' Strikes and Dies

The New York Times · 22h

Lou Christie, ‘Lightnin’ Strikes’ Pop Crooner, Is Dead at 82

A late-1960s throwback to the days of clean-cut teen idols — he called himself “the missing link” — he rode his gymnastic vocal range to a string of hits.

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Lou Christie, the Falsetto‑Voiced '60s Pop Star Behind 'Lightnin’ Strikes,' Dies at 82

Lou Christie, the 1960s pop star known for his unmistakable soaring falsetto and chart-topping hit "Lightnin’ Strikes," had died. He was 82.

Billboard on MSN · 1d

Lou Christie, 1960s Teen Idol & ‘Lightnin' Strikes' Hitmaker, Dies at 82

Lou Christie, one of the most beloved teen idols of the 1960s and the voice and songwriter behind Billboard Hot 100-topper "Lightnin' Strikes," has died. He was 82 years old. The musician died on Wednesday (June 18) at home in Pittsburgh after fighting a long illness,

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Chart-topping pop legend with ‘voice of an angel’ dead at 82

Lou Christie, a chart-topping singer and songwriter and Pennsylvania native, had died. He was 82.

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Who Is Lou Christie? 5 Things About the ‘Lightnin Strikes’ Singer Who Died

Lou died at the age of 82 in June 2025 following an illustrious soungritihng and music career. Lou Christie was a pop and ...

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Chart-topping ‘60s pop singer dies at 82: ‘He will be greatly missed’

Lou Christie, the famous 1960s singer best known for his chart-topping hit “Lightnin’ Strikes,” has died. He was 82. Christie ...

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