Vera Lynn
Born: March 20, 1917
Died: June 18, 2020 (aged 103)
Hometown: East Ham, England
Nationality: English
Dame Vera Lynn was an English singer, most noted for her status as "the Forces' Sweetheart" during World War II.
Her iconic songs included 'We'll Meet Again' and 'The White Cliffs of Dover' and the release of a new album in 2017 earned her the unique status of being the only centenarian performer to have a Top 10 album in the UK charts.
Having entered the business at the age of 7, Lynn's career ran to 96 years - one of the longest in history.
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Celebrity Gogglebox: Who's on tonight's show? What will they be watching?
Find out who's taking part in tonight's Celebrity Gogglebox and the shows they will be watching.
Jun 19, 10:09
Tributes paid to Dame Vera Lynn
Read a selection of tributes to British icon Dame Vera Lynn, who has passed away at the age of 103.
Jun 18, 12:59
Dame Vera Lynn dies, aged 103
Dame Vera Lynn passes away at the age of 103.
Jun 18, 09:43
Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande duet heading for number one
A charity duet from Justin Bieber and Ariana Grande is on course to reach the top spot in the UK singles chart this week.
May 10, 19:22
Katherine Jenkins confirms Dame Vera Lynn duet
Katherine Jenkins confirms plans for a duet with Dame Vera Lynn on 'We'll Meet Again', with all proceeds going to NHS workers.
Apr 8, 18:26
Dame Vera Lynn: "The spirit of the Blitz is very much here"
Dame Vera Lynn backs the British public to pull together through the coronavirus crisis as the worldwide death toll approaches 75,000.
Apr 7, 01:17
Dame Vera Lynn shares coronavirus message of hope on 103rd birthday
Vera Lynn urges the nation to "keep smiling and keep singing" as she celebrates her 103rd birthday.
Mar 21, 21:54