Sandra Grant Bennett: Wiki, Age, Kids, Husband, Net Worth, Family, Biography & More

Sandra Grant Bennett is an American actress who was married to the legendary singer Tony Bennett from 1971 to 2007. She is the mother of two of his children, Dae and Antonia Bennett, who are also musicians.

Early Life

Sandra Bennett was born on July 7, 1940 (Age: 96 years; at the time of his death) in Leesville, Louisiana, USA. She started her career as a model and appeared in several magazines and advertisements. She also pursued acting and landed roles in some movies and TV shows in the 1960s and 1970s.

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Career

• A House Is Not a Home (1964), a drama film based on the autobiography of Polly Adler, a madam who ran a brothel in New York City. Sandra played the role of Lorraine.
• The Oscar (1966), a drama film about the rise and fall of a ruthless Hollywood actor. Sandra played the role of Laurel Scott.
• The F.B.I. (1968), a crime drama TV series that followed the cases of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Sandra appeared in one episode as Susan.
• The Name of the Game (1970), an adventure drama TV series that focused on the lives of three journalists working for a magazine company. Sandra appeared in one episode as Linda.

Marriage to Tony Bennett

Sandra Grant Bennett met Tony Bennett in 1965, when he was still married to his first wife, Patricia Beech. They had an affair and she became pregnant with their first child, Joanna, who was born in 1969. Tony divorced Patricia in 1971 and married Sandra in December of that year. Their second child, Antonia, was born in 1974.

Tony and Sandra had a tumultuous relationship, marked by his struggles with drugs, alcohol, and financial problems. In 1979, Sandra saved Tony from drowning in the bathtub after he overdosed on cocaine. She also helped him get sober and restart his career with the help of their son Danny, who became his manager.

However, their marriage was not happy and they separated in 1979. They remained legally married for almost three decades until they finally divorced in 2007. Tony later married his third wife, Susan Benedetto (née Crow), in the same year.

After the Divorce

Sandra Grant Bennett has kept a low profile since her divorce from Tony Bennett. She has not appeared in any movies or TV shows since the 1970s. She has also not given any interviews or public statements about her ex-husband or their children.

According to some sources, she lives in Los Angeles and is still close to her daughters Joanna and Antonia, who are both singers like their father. Joanna has performed as a backup vocalist for Tony and Antonia has toured with him as his opening act.

Sandra has not remarried or dated anyone publicly since her divorce from Tony. She has also not commented on his diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease, which was revealed by his family in 2021.

Husband’s Death

Sandra and Tony separated in 1979, but remained legally married until 2007, when Tony wed his current wife Susan Benedetto. Sandra was instrumental in saving Tony’s life in 1979, when he overdosed on cocaine and almost drowned in the bathroom. She performed CPR on him and called for help.

Tony credited Sandra for helping him overcome his drug addiction and reviving his career. Sandra Grant Bennett mourned the loss of her ex-husband Tony Bennett, who died on July 21, 2023, at the age of 96. Tony had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2016 and retired from performing in 2021. Sandra expressed her condolences to Tony’s family and friends and said that he was a great artist and a wonderful father to their children.

In-Laws

Sandra Grant Bennett had a close relationship with her in-laws, who were supportive of her career and marriage. John Benedetto, Tony’s father, was a grocer and a painter who encouraged his son’s musical talent. Anna Suraci, Tony’s mother, was a seamstress who taught him the value of hard work and humility. John Benedetto Jr., Tony’s brother, was a jazz guitarist who often performed with him on stage and in the studio. Mary Benedetto, Tony’s sister, was a singer and a teacher who shared his passion for art and education.

Sandra Bennett respected and admired her in-laws for their kindness, generosity, and artistic spirit. She often visited them in their home in Astoria, Queens, where they welcomed her with warmth and affection. She also accompanied them to various events and celebrations, such as Tony’s concerts, award ceremonies, and family reunions. Sandra considered her in-laws as part of her own family and maintained a strong bond with them throughout her marriage and beyond.

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Net Worth

Sandra Grant Bennett’s net worth is not known for sure, but it is estimated to be around $1 million. She earned most of her income from her modeling and acting career in the past. She also received a substantial amount of money from her divorce settlement with Tony Bennett, who has a net worth of $200 million.

15 Facts About Sandra Grant Bennett

• She was born on the same day as Ringo Starr, the drummer of The Beatles.
• She was one of the finalists for the role of Honey Ryder in Dr. No (1962), the first James Bond film. The role went to Ursula Andress instead.
• Sandra Bennett was once romantically linked to Elvis Presley, who reportedly gave her a diamond ring as a gift.
• Sandra Grant Bennett was the second wife of Tony Bennett, who was 17 years older than her. His first wife, Patricia Beech, was 14 years younger than him. His third wife, Susan Benedetto, is 40 years younger than him.
• She and Tony Bennett had a secret wedding ceremony in New York City, attended by only a few friends and family members. They did not announce their marriage to the public until two years later.
• She and Tony Bennett named their daughter Antonia after his father, who died when Tony was 10 years old. Antonia also inherited his musical talent and has recorded several albums of jazz and pop standards.
• She and Tony Bennett lived in a mansion in Bel Air, Los Angeles, until the IRS seized it in 1979 for unpaid taxes. They then moved to a rented apartment in New York City.
• She and Tony Bennett were friends with Frank Sinatra, who was a mentor and an admirer of Tony’s singing. Sinatra once said that Tony was “the best singer in the business”.
• She and Tony Bennett were also friends with Martin Luther King Jr., who invited them to join him in the civil rights march from Selma to Montgomery in 1965. They declined because Sandra was pregnant with Joanna at the time.
• Sandra Grant and Tony Bennett were among the celebrities who attended the famous party at Truman Capote’s Black and White Ball in 1966. They wore matching black and white outfits for the occasion.
• Sandra Bennett and Tony Bennett separated in 1979, but did not file for divorce until 2006. They cited irreconcilable differences as the reason for their split.
• She and Tony Bennett remained on good terms after their divorce and attended some of his concerts and events together. They also supported their children’s musical careers and celebrated their achievements.
• She has seven grandchildren from her two daughters. Joanna has four children: Cheyenne (b. 1991), Cody (b. 1993), Summer (b. 1996), and Autumn (b. 1998). Antonia has three children: Emelia (b. 2007), Isabella (b. 2011), and Luca (b. 2014).
• She has not remarried or dated anyone publicly since her divorce from Tony Bennett. She has also not appeared in any movies or TV shows since the 1970s.
• Sandra Grant Bennett has not commented on Tony Bennett’s diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease, which was revealed by his family in 2021. He died on July 21, 2023.