Dennis Locorriere

Singer, guitarist, songwriter

American Union City, New Jersey, USA

Quick Info

ProfessionSinger, guitarist, songwriter
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth13/06/1949
Age76 years (died on 16, May, 2026)
BirthplaceUnion City, New Jersey, USA
Date of Death16/05/2026

Latest News about Dennis Locorriere

16/05/2026

Dennis Locorriere, the co-frontman and lead vocalist of the renowned soft rock group Dr. Hook, passed away at the age of 76 on Saturday, May 16, 2026. His management confirmed that he died following a prolonged and brave struggle with kidney disease, as reported by The Independent and The Guardian.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameDennis Michael Locorriere
Known ForLead vocalist and guitarist of Dr. Hook / Dr. Hook & the Medicine Show
Notable Works
  • Sylvia's Mother
  • A Little Bit More
  • Sexy Eyes
  • When You're in Love with a Beautiful Woman

Personal Life

ResidenceSussex, England
CitizenshipDual US/UK citizen

Relationships & More

Marital StatusWidowed
SpouseBritish third wife

Family

ChildrenJesse James Locorriere

Career

Bands
  • Dr. Hook & the Medicine Show
  • Dr. Hook
Years Active1968-2026
Highlights
  • Co-founded Dr. Hook & the Medicine Show in 1968
  • Became lead singer of Dr. Hook in 1969
  • Continued performing under the Dr. Hook name after the band split in 1985
  • Released solo recordings and performed internationally

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Born in Union City, New Jersey
2. Moved to West Sussex, England, where he lived with his wife
3. His vocals and guitar work helped define Dr. Hook's 1970s sound
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