A POPULAR impressionist known as the man with 1000 voices has died at the age of 63.
Benny Yorke entertained audiences throughout the country with his mimicking of the rich and famous.
Originally from Glasgow, he settled in Spennymoor, and his talent saw him take to the stage at the Palladium and on television.
Friends are asked to meet at Durham Crematorium today for a service and committal at 10am.
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