Meat Loaf dead: Bat Out of Hell singer dies aged 74

Chris Willman Music WriterMeat Loaf songs are filled with parenthetical clauses, so it feels appropriate to use one in the service of explaining what happened with his 1977 “Bat Out of Hell” album on the new Billboard 200 chart: In 2022, following his death, it soared to its peak position to date. (But actually reach the top 10? It didn’t do that.)“Bat Out of Hell” reenters the album chart at No. 13 this week, Billboard reported Monday.

Meat Loaf, whose real name is Michael Lee Aday, sadly passed away at the age of 74, tributes have been pouring in from his followers remembering his incredible music career. READ: Kevin Clifton shares emotional tribute following sad lossHowever, his daughter Amanda recently revealed that his home life was much more humble.

Meat Loaf's widow Deborah Aday has spoken about her "gut-wrenching" grief following his passing last week.The Bat Out of Hell singer, real name Michael Lee Aday, passed away at the age of 74 on Thursday 20 January with his wife Deborah by his side. And grieving Deborah has detailed the final few months she spent with her husband before thanking fans for helping her get through the difficult time. "The grief I feel over the loss of my husband is gut-wrenching.

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Legendary singer Meat Loaf died after becoming seriously ill with Covid-19, it has been reported.The musician – whose real name was Michael Lee Aday – was 74 years old at the time of his death, which was announced in a statement posted on his official Facebook page on Friday. “Our hearts are broken to announce that the incomparable Meat Loaf passed away tonight surrounded by his wife Deborah, daughters Pearl and Amanda and close friends,” it read. “We know how much he meant to so many of you and we truly appreciate all of the love and support as we move through this time of grief.

his official Facebook page. He was reportedly 74.

Meat Loaf has died. News broke of the legendary performer's death on Friday morning. He was 74.Meat Loaf, whose real name was Marvin Lee Aday, is best known for his on-stage antics, top-selling 1977 album, his hit song, «I Would Do Anything for Love (but I Won't Do That).» He also had film and TV roles in and .Stars and fans alike have been sharing tributes to the late musician-actor on social media. Cher wrote, «Had So Much Fun With Meat Loaf When We Did  'Dead Ringer'. Am Very Sorry For His Family, Friends,and Fans.

In memoriam. Legendary musician Meat Loaf (born Marvin Lee Aday) has died. He was 74.

Meat Loaf had an incredible impact, not only on his fans, but on fellow celebrities who knew and loved him, as well. The legendary entertainer died on Jan. 20, and social media was full of tributes following his passing. Several celebrities weighed in with their own messages of love and support. Cher was one of the first stars to comment on the news, writing on Twitter, “Had so much fun with Meat Loaf when we did “Dead Ringer.” Am very sorry for his family, friends and fans. Am I imagining it or are amazing people in the arts dying every other day?!”

Michael Lee Aday, who is better known by his stage name Meat Loaf, has died. “Our hearts are broken to announce the incomparable Meat Loaf passed away tonight surrounded by his wife Deborah, daughters Pearl and Amanda, and close friends,” a message on the 74-year-old’s Facebook page read. “His amazing career spanned six decades that saw him sell over 100 million albums worldwide and star in 65 movies, including Fight Club, Focus, Rocky Horror Picture Show and Wayne’s World.”