Legendary singer Johnny Mathis quietly wrapped up his iconic career earlier this year with a show at the Bergen Performing Arts Center in Englewood, New Jersey.
He performed an hour-long set on May 18 that included such hits as “Chances Are,” “Wonderful! Wonderful!” and “Moon River.”
Among those in attendance was “Today” weatherman Al Roker.
“It was amazing,” Roker wrote about Mathis’ final show on Instagram. “I grew up listening as my Mom and Dad played his music in the Hi-Fi!!”
Mathis announced in March that he was wrapping up his career.
“As many of you may already be aware, Johnny Mathis is approaching his 90th birthday this year,” a post on his Facebook page read. “So, it’s with sincere regret that due to Mr. Mathis’ age and memory issues which have accelerated, we are announcing his retirement from touring & live concerts.
“Johnny Mathis & his entire staff send their heartfelt gratitude to all Mathis Fans worldwide for your continued love & support of his music!” the post closed by saying. “It’s truly been ‘Wonderful, Wonderful.‘”
Mathis wrapped up his run with an estimated net worth of $200 million, according to CelebrityNetWorth.com.
The site noted that Mathis was able to amass his wealth by selling more than 350 million albums as well as his long touring career.
Robert Scott, a representative for Mathis, told USA Today in March that the singer’s memory issues do not impact his “day-to-day life too much,” but said the travel schedule can take a toll.
“His voice is still wonderful, and it’s a shame that he won’t be able to share that with his audiences after May 18,” Scott said. “He knows deep down that it’s time to call it a day. He’s performed 69 consecutive years now without ever missing a beat.”
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