Image Credit: Gettyimages
Image Credit-Gettyimage
Richard Addrisi, half of the legendary Addrisi Brothers duo behind the timeless 1967 hit “Never My Love”, passed away at his Miami home on Tuesday at age 84, as confirmed by his family representative.
Image Credit-Gettyimage
The Addrisi Brothers initially worked with The Association after being assigned talent-scouting duties at Valiant Records, leading to their biggest success when “Never My Love” reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Image Credit-Gettyimage
The song’s enduring charm led to hundreds of covers by over 300 notable artists, including Nina Simone, Norah Jones, Barry Manilow, and The Temptations, solidifying its place in music history.
Image Credit-Gettyimage
BMI recognized “Never My Love” in 1999 as the second most-played song in U.S. radio and television history, just behind “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling” by The Righteous Brothers.
Image Credit-Gettyimage
Beginning as teenage performers in their family’s act, The Flying Addrisis, Richard and Don transitioned from acting—appearing in The Adventures of Spin and Marty—to crafting beloved hits in the 1960s and 1970s.
Image Credit-Gettyimage
Beyond their signature song, the brothers wrote several charting hits such as “We’ve Got to Get It on Again,” “Slow Dancin’ Don’t Turn Me On,” and “I Believe You,” while Richard was remembered as a joyful, kind presence.