Lou Christie, the 1960s pop star known for his unmistakable falsetto and chart-topping hit "Lightnin’ Strikes," had died. He was 82. The singer's wife, Francesca, confirmed the news to The Hollywood ...

'Lightnin' Strikes' Singer Lou Christie Dies at 82, Leaving a Lasting Legacy originally appeared on Parade. Lou Christie, the chart-topping pop singer best known for his 1966 hit "Lightnin' Strikes," ...

Lou Christie, the falsetto-voiced crooner who soared to No. 1 with his 1966 hit “Lightnin’ Strikes,” has died at age 82 following a short illness, his family confirmed. He died in Pittsburgh Wednesday ...

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share details about the Bruce Springsteen biopic trailer, the death of Lou ...

Lou Christie, the pop singer who indeed had lightning strike in a big way with his “Lightnin’ Strikes” smash in the 1960s, died Wednesday at 82, his family announced on social media. No date or cause ...

Lou died at the age of 82 in June 2025 following an illustrious soungritihng and music career. Lou Christie was a pop and rock artist know for creating hits like “Lightnin’ Strikes.” Before his death ...

Lou Christie, who topped the Billboard Hot 100 in 1966 with "Lightnin' Strikes," has died. He was 82. A representative, Mary Fox, confirmed to USA TODAY on June 18 that the Pittsburgh-born singer had ...

Lou Christie, who topped the Billboard Hot 100 in 1966 with "Lightnin' Strikes," has died. He was 82. A representative, Mary Fox, confirmed to USA TODAY on June 18 that the Pittsburgh-born singer had ...