Frank Sinatra Jr. dies in Daytona Beach

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Frank Sinatra Jr., who carried on his famous father's legacy with his own music career, has died. He was 72.

The Sinatra family said in a statement to The Associated Press that Sinatra died unexpectedly Wednesday of cardiac arrest while on tour in Daytona Beach, Florida.

He was supposed to perform Wednesday night at the Peabody Auditorium.

Anyone who purchased tickets with a credit card will be automatically refunded in two to three business days, Peabody Auditorium workers said. Anyone who paid with cash must return to the place of purchase for a refund.

A statement said the Sinatra family mourns the untimely passing of their son, brother, father and uncle. No other details were provided.

Kidnapped and held for ransom when he was 19, Sinatra Jr. had already followed his dad into the music business by then. He eventually worked for his father as his musical director and conductor. He performed the National Anthem at a New York Yankees game last year.

Associated Press