Patricia Bredin, UK’s first Eurovision, singer dies aged 88

Smash Mouth vocalist Steve Harwell has died at the age of 56.The singer was admitted to a hospice earlier this week to receive care in the final stages of liver failure.Band manager Robert Hayes confirmed the news of Harwell’s death in a statement to Rolling Stone, saying that the singer died at his home in Boise, Idaho “surrounded by family and friends”.Hayes added that the musician “passed peacefully and comfortably”. He didn’t clarify the cause of death to Rolling Stone, however Harwell had been in hospice care following medical complications.“Steve’s iconic voice is one of the most recognisable voices from his generation,” Hayes continued in his statement.

A British pop star has sadly died after being diagnosed with a brain tumour. 21-year-old singer and songwriter Faye Fantarrow from Sunderland died at home on Saturday. The promising young talent was being mentored by Eurythmics' Dave Stewart, who was helping her with her music.

Def Jam singer and producer has died, aged 31.The news was announced on social media by 88rising – the collective to which the musician had previously belonged. Currently, no cause of death has been announced.“It is with great sadness that we mourn the loss of Ray Jacobs, also known as AUGUST 08,” the post read, sharing an image of the musician.“RIP August the kindest and most talented genius you will be missed beyond words,” it continued.

Former Classic FM radio presenter Jamie Crick has died at the age of 57.The family of the Jazz FM and Scala Radio broadcaster said on Tuesday that Crick died following a “short illness”. A spokesperson for Bauer Media UK said: “Jamie Crick was a broadcaster through and through and played an integral role on our radio stations. “He was also a great friend to his colleagues at Jazz FM, Scala Radio and the wider Bauer Media teams.

Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas has shared a heartbreaking tribute to her "unique" and "unforgettable" friend as he passed away aged 54.The 62 year old broke the news on Instagram that designer Luca Sartori suddenly died, leaving his loved ones shocked. Luca's partner, Vesa Hietala, was first to break the tragic news, as he told his followers what happened to him. He wrote on Instagram: "Yesterday, I lost the love of my life, my best friend and my partner of 26 years.

Whitesnake, has died age 72.The guitarist, who performed with the British rock band throughout the 1970s and ’80s, died “peacefully” on Thursday (August 24) surrounded by his wife and daughters.“On behalf of his family, it is with deep sadness we announce the death of Bernie Marsden,” his family wrote in an Instagram post. “Bernie died peacefully on Thursday evening with his wife, Fran, and daughters, Charlotte and Olivia, by his side.“Bernie never lost his passion for music, writing and recording new songs until the end.”A cause of death has not been shared, but the BBC reported that he passed after an illness.Marsden co-founded Whitesnake with former Deep Purple singer David Coverdale, co-writing some of the band’s biggest hits including ‘Here I Go Again’, ‘She’s a Woman’ and ‘Trouble’.

A post shared by STARS OF THE LID_OFFICIAL (@starsofthelid_forever)Away from Stars Of The Lid, McBride released two solo albums in ‘When The Detail Lost Its Freedom’ (2005) and ‘The Effective Disconnect’ (2010).He also formed the band Bell Gardens with Furry Things member Kenneth James Gibson, and released two full-length albums, 2012’s ‘Full Sundown Assembly’ and 2014’s ‘Slow Dawns For Lost Conclusions’.Away from music, McBride also directed the University of Texas National Institute of Forensics’ high school debate camp, with the Texas Forensic Union Debate Team tweeting: “He was a stalwart of Texas Debate and the UTNIF. Our program is forever indebted to his legacy.

A former Made In Chelsea star has shared the tragic news that his two-year-old daughter has passed away after suffering from a rare form of blood cancer.

WWE star Bray Wyatt has tragically died aged just 36.The news was announced by WWE executive Triple H on social media in a message that will send shockwaves through the wrestling world. In the announcement on X, the social media site that was known as Twitter, Triple H wrote: "Just received a call from WWE Hall of Famer Mike Rotunda who informed us of the tragic news that our WWE family member for life Windham Rotunda - also known as Bray Wyatt - unexpectedly passed earlier today. Our thoughts are with his family and we ask that everyone respect their privacy at this time." Bray was one of the biggest names in the wrestling world since his inception into the big leagues during the 2010's.

Queen Camilla's first love Kevin Burke has sadly passed away at the age of 77, according to reports.

Queen Camilla's first love Kevin Burke has tragically died at the age of 77. While we all know Camilla's love story with King Charles, who she's been married to for 18 years, Kevin was the first man who she found love with.The pair are thought to have met in 1965 at a party in Knightsbridge, during the Queen's halcyon days and during the swinging sixties where they would dance and attend cocktail parties. But it was sadly announced earlier this month that Kevin had sadly passed away.

Broadcasting legend Sir Michael Parkinson has died aged 88. He was on television for decades and has interviewed some of the world's biggest stars. A statement from Sir Michael's family said: "After a brief illness Sir Michael Parkinson passed away peacefully at home last night in the company of his family.

Associated Press. “They truly don’t make them like him anymore and we will miss conversations with him about everything under the sun,” the statement read, “the twinkle in his eyes as he approached every moment ready for the next adventure”.He died at his home in Bel Air, California from natural causes, his widow Tina told AP.Formed in 1962 alongside Herb Alpert, A&M Records – named after their initials – counted singles including Captain and Tennille’s ‘Love Will Keep Us Together’, ‘Every Breath You Take’ by The Police and ‘Show Me the Way’ by Peter Frampton among its releases.Other acts they represented included the Carpenters, Janet Jacket, the Go-Gos and Soundgarden.Alpert told Billboard in a statement: “I never met a nicer, honest, sensitive, smart and talented man then my partner Jerry Moss.”Moss was born in New York City and was an English major at Brooklyn College.

Game Of Thrones and Eastenders, has died aged 36.Kent’s agency announced the news Tuesday (August 15), writing that Kent had “passed away peacefully on Friday” surrounded by his family and best friend.“It is with deep sadness we have to tell you that our dear friend and client Darren Kent passed away peacefully on Friday,” Carey Dodd Associates shared. “His parents and best friend by his side.

DIY SOS star Jason Liversidge has passed away at the age of 47 after living with motor neurone disease (MND) for ten years. Dad-of-two Jason was diagnosed with the disease in 2013 and appeared alongside his family on the home makeover show in 2015.The family home in Hull was visited by Nick Knowles as the DIY SOS team transformed the home to make it more accessible to Jason. His wife Liz confirmed the sad news of Jason’s passing on Facebook, writing: “Jason Liversidge died peacefully at home surrounded by his girls at 22.59 on the 5th August 2023.

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ABC7.Casper, whose real name was Willie Perry Jr., had been diagnosed with kidney and liver cancer in 2016.Speaking to ABC7 this May, the artist explained: “They went in to try to do surgery, and they found out the kidney was connected to the main artery, so they decided not to do it and just treat it.”He also told the outlet that he hoped ‘Cha Cha Slide’ would always serve as a reminder of “the power of unity, community and positivity”.Released in 2000, the line dance single was initially created as aerobic exercise for Casper’s nephew who worked at US fitness club chain Bally’s Total Fitness.“From there, it just took off. Elroy Smith from [Chicago hip-hop radio station] WGCI grabbed ahold of it,” he told ABC 7.‘Cha Cha Slide’ went on to top the UK singles chart in 2004.

Sandra Bullock's long-term partner, Bryan Randall, has died aged 57 following a long battle with ALS, his family has announced.They revealed Bryan died over the weekend, following a three year fight with the disease.Their statement said: "It is with great sadness that we share that on Aug. 5, Bryan Randall passed away peacefully after a three-year battle with ALS. "Bryan chose early to keep his journey with ALS private and those of us who cared for him did our best to honour his request." Bryan was a model turned photographer and is survived by his daughter, Skylar Randall, who he had from a previous relationship.

Sandra Bullock's long-term partner, Bryan Randall, has died aged 57 following a long battle with ALS.They revealed Bryan died over the weekend, following a three year fight with the disease.Their statement said: "It is with great sadness that we share that on Aug. 5, Bryan Randall passed away peacefully after a three-year battle with ALS.