Lou Christie, the famous 1960s singer best known for his chart-topping hit “Lightnin’ Strikes,” has died. He was 82. Christie died Tuesday, June 18, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania after a “short illness” according to the singer’s obituary. His death was announced by his family in an Instagram post.

Lou Christie grew up in Crescent Township and graduated from Moon Area High School. He was most well known for the 1966 hit "Lightnin' Strikes" that went to number one.

Lou Christie was a pop and rock artist know for creating hits like “Lightnin’ Strikes.” Before his death in June 2025, the late 82-year-old singer-songwriter was revered for his music career, which spanned from the 1960s through the end of his life.