Rest in Peace “Entertainer of the Century”, chosen in 1998 by CNN and users of Time Online from around the globe. Aznavour was recognized as the century’s outstanding performer edging out Elvis Presley, Bob Dylan and Frank Sinatra. In 2009 he received l’Ordre National du Québec. It’s the highest Honor bestowed by the Government of Quebec.
Charles Aznavour, 84, died today in Alpilles, Southern France.