Dr Hook co-frontman Dennis Locorriere dies aged 76
Dennis Locorriere, co-frontman of the band Dr Hook, has passed away at the age of 76 after a long battle with kidney disease. He was known for his lead vocals on the band's hit songs, including the UK No 1 'When You’re in Love With a Beautiful Woman'. Locorriere was a key member of Dr Hook from its inception in 1969 until its farewell tour in 1985.
- ▪Dennis Locorriere died on Saturday after a courageous battle with kidney disease.
- ▪He was the lead vocalist on Dr Hook's biggest hit, 'When You’re in Love With a Beautiful Woman', which topped the UK charts.
- ▪Locorriere was part of Dr Hook from 1969 to 1985, contributing to the band's success with multiple hits.
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‘The voice of Dr Hook’ … Dennis Locorriere. Photograph: Mick Hutson/RedfernsView image in fullscreen‘The voice of Dr Hook’ … Dennis Locorriere. Photograph: Mick Hutson/RedfernsMusicDr Hook co-frontman Dennis Locorriere dies aged 76Singer took lead vocal on UK No 1 When You’re in Love With a Beautiful Woman, and had numerous other transatlantic hitsBen Beaumont-ThomasMon 18 May 2026 06.23 EDTLast modified on Mon 18 May 2026 06.24 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleDennis Locorriere, the guitarist and singer with the chart-topping soft rock band Dr Hook, has died aged 76.A statement from his management company said he died on Saturday “after a long and courageous battle with kidney disease … Dennis faced his illness with remarkable strength, dignity, and resilience throughout, and…
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