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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Harry Stedman

Folk singer Roger Whittaker dies aged 87

Roger Whittaker, one of the UK’s most celebrated folk singers, has died aged 87.

Whittaker was best known for hits including “Durham Town”, “New World In The Morning” and a version of “Wind Beneath My Wings”. He was also an expert whistler.

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