‘Music was my first desire’: Anthony Hopkins releases his debut single
At age 88, actor Anthony Hopkins is launching a new career as a classical composer with the release of his debut single and an upcoming orchestral LP.
📍 How it ended
The story of Anthony Hopkins' music career launch quieted without a definitive conclusion in the coverage. Anthony Hopkins had released his debut single and signed a record deal as a composer, with plans to release a classical music album. His debut single marked the beginning of his composing career, which he had been working on for over six decades.
Epilogue added 43d ago, after coverage quieted.
The obvious questions
What is the nature of Anthony Hopkins's new music?
He is releasing classical, orchestral compositions that he has been developing for six decades.
Has he signed a record label?
Yes, coverage from NBC News and Deadline confirms he has signed a record deal as a composer.
When will the full album be available?
While the debut single is available, the specific release date for the full orchestral LP has not been disclosed by the reports.
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The story so far
Anthony Hopkins has officially transitioned into a professional music career. The 88-year-old has signed a record deal to release a classical album, which features compositions he has been working on for six decades.
Coverage from outlets including CNN, NBC News, The Guardian, and The Hollywood Reporter emphasizes the shift from his long-standing acting work to his new role as a composer. Reports highlight his statement that music was his "first desire." Audiences are waiting for the full release of the orchestral LP.
Specific release dates for the album and further details regarding the full tracklist remain to be announced.
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Coverage (9)
- Anthony Hopkins, 88, launches composing career with release of first single CNN · 46d ago
- Sir Anthony Hopkins Readies Orchestral LP Yahoo · 46d ago
- Hollywood Legend, 88, Makes Surprising New Career Switch The Daily Beast · 46d ago
- Anthony Hopkins, 88, signs record deal as a composer NBC News · 46d ago
- Anthony Hopkins Signs Record Deal & Sets Release Of Classical Music Album Deadline · 46d ago
- Anthony Hopkins launches career as a musician The Times · 46d ago
- Anthony Hopkins, 88, signs record deal as a composer Yahoo · 46d ago
- Anthony Hopkins to Release Debut Classical Album That He’s Been Composing Over Six Decades The Hollywood Reporter · 46d ago
- ‘Music was my first desire’: Anthony Hopkins releases his debut single The Guardian · 46d ago
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