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Rolling Stones legend Ronnie Wood has paid a heartbreaking tribute to his dear bandmate Charlie Watts, who passed away aged 80 on Tuesday.The iconic rocker's publicist confirmed the sad news in a statement, writing that the "beloved" drummer had "passed away peacefully in a London hospital earlier today surrounded by his family".MORE: Mick Jagger's poignant tribute to Charlie Watts sparks huge reactionWATCH: Rolling Stones surprise superfan in LondonSharing a throwback image of himself with the

Keith Urban was in a somber mood on Tuesday when he updated fans with his reaction to some crushing news.The rocker took to Instagram with a tribute to the late The Rolling Stones star, Charlie Watts, who sadly died.

The Who‘s Pete Townshend has shared a touching tribute to The Rolling Stones‘ Charlie Watts, who died yesterday aged 80.Watts’ publicist confirmed the news in a statement last night (August 24), writing that the “beloved” drummer had “passed away peacefully in a London hospital earlier today surrounded by his family.”A cause of death has not yet been made public.Taking to his official Instagram account last night, guitarist Townshend joined many fellow musicians in paying his respects to the

Ronnie Wood has paid tribute to his Rolling Stones bandmate Charlie Watts, who died yesterday aged 80.Watts’ publicist confirmed the news in a statement last night (August 24), writing that the “beloved” drummer had “passed away peacefully in a London hospital earlier today surrounded by his family.”The message continued by describing the late musician as “a cherished husband, father and grandfather” and “one of the greatest drummers of his generation”.Tributes have since poured in from the

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View this post on InstagramIn his tribute, Richards, 77, posted a picture of Watts’s drumkit with a “closed” sign hung on it. He too did not include a caption.

Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts died on Tuesday, just weeks after marking his 80th birthday. The musician had been part of the multi-award-winning rock group alongside Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood since 1963.

Sir Mick Jagger and Keith Richards have lead the star-studded tributes to Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts following his death aged 80. Watts had been the beating heart of the band since 1963 and played on legendary rock hits including I Can't Get No Satisfaction, Paint It Black and Brown Sugar.

Charlie Watts has died at the age of 80 on Tuesday. His London publicist Bernard Doherty confirmed the sad news in a statement.

Instagram accounts that symbolised their grief. Despite there being no captions, fans could tell the snaps spoke a thousand words as they mourned the loss of their pal.

drummer, 80, started the drawings in 1968 while on tour and did it right up until his death, on Tuesday (24 August). Watts told Rolling Stone: “I make a sketch of every bedroom I sleep in.

Sir Mick Jagger has paid tribute to his bandmate, Charlie Watts, following the death of the Rolling Stones drummer on Tuesday.Charlie passed away at the age of 80 in a London hospital on 24 August, prompting a huge response from musicians and fans alike.MORE: Ronnie Wood reveals secret battle with rare aggressive cancer in lockdown WATCH: Mick Jagger opens up on girlfriend L'Wren Scott's deathHeartbroken Mick chose to honour Charlie in an incredibly moving way.

his London publicist Bernard Doherty said in a statement to the PA news agency. The statement said: "It is with immense sadness that we announce the death of our beloved Charlie Watts.

The Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts has died at age 80.

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London hospital earlier today surrounded by his family,” according to AP. Watts had mentioned that he wouldn’t go on tour with the band in 2021 because of an undisclosed health issue.

Sir Elton John has mourned the loss of “the ultimate drummer”, Charlie Watts. The Rolling Stones drummer passed away on Tuesday (24.

Irvine Welsh writing on Twitter: “RIP Charlie Watts. “Always steadfastly came over as a no-nonsense honest broker in a situation where the acclaim, wealth, pomposity and egotism could corrupt the sweetest of souls. ”

By Kate HoltonLONDON (Reuters) -Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts, widely regarded as one of the coolest men in rock, a jazz enthusiast and a snappy dresser, died on Tuesday just three weeks after pulling out of the band's upcoming U. S.

Miles Davis were his musical idols, and his playing was inspired by jazz drummers such as Elvin Jones, Roy Haynes and Philly Joe Jones. Watts’s career with the Stones ran from the cramped clubs of Britain’s early-1960s blues boom to the international stadium tours that became their metier.

Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts after his death aged 80 on Tuesday. Sharing a video on Twitter, Paul, 79, addressed his followers in the candid clip, hailing Charlie as 'a rock' and 'fantastic drummer' before revealing: 'I knew he was ill, but I didn't know he was this ill.

The Rolling Stones‘ founding members – lead vocalist Mick Jagger and guitarist Keith Richards – have both shared tributes to their late bandmate, drummer Charlie Watts.Jagger shared a photo of Watts behind the drum kit, smiling as he plays, on his social media.

Charlie Watts, drummer for The Rolling Stones, has passed away at age 80. Watts first joined the band in 1963 and performed with them up until his passing, garnering acclaim as one of the most influential and acclaimed drummers in rock music.

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorWithout stretching the comparison too far, Charlie Watts was the Elvis Presley of rock and roll drumming: There was BC (Before Charlie) and after, and he can’t be compared realistically with anyone who followed because he’s an integral part of the foundation not just of the “World’s Greatest Rock and Roll Band,” but rock and roll itself.Watts was wry and rock-steady in both his playing and his personality.

died  “peacefully” at 80 in a London hospital on Tuesday — was the foundation of the British band that was the foundation of rock and roll as we know it today.“The heartbeat — both literally and figuratively — of that band came outwards from Charlie Watts,” Alan Light, co-host of SiriusXM Volume’s “Debatable” show, told The Post.“And I think you could see it when you would see them play live.

passed away on Aug. 24 at the age of 80 in the UK.

the death of drummer Charlie Watts, the Rolling Stones may have found a replacement: Steve Jordan.Jordan, 64, was already filling in — at Watts’ request — following recent surgery the legendary drummer received that required him to take time off to recuperate.

Paul McCartney has paid emotional tribute to Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts, who died today aged 80.The Beatles legend was among a huge number of musicians paying their respects to the Stones sticksman this evening (August 24), calling the loss “a huge blow”.“So sad to hear about Charlie Watts – Stones drummer – dying,” he said in a video posted to social media.“He was a lovely guy.

Annie Lennox, Gun, Fran Healy, Dougie Vipond and more Scots celebrities have shared their personal memories of Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts. Rock legend Charlie passed away today surrounded by his family in hospital at the age of 80, and the world has paid tribute to a man who made drumming an art.

Celebrity tributes to Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts poured in on social media after the band announced his death. The musician "passed away peacefully in a London hospital earlier today surrounded by his family," a representative for Watts confirmed to Fox News on Tuesday.

died at age 80 at a London hospital.«It is with immense sadness that we announce the death of our beloved Charlie Watts,» the statement read in part.

Rolling Stones drummer, who died Tuesday at age 80, once got so perturbed with frontman Mick Jagger in the ’80s that he punched him square in the face.Following news of his passing, bereaved music figures and fans swarmed social media to reminisce about the late and great rock icon’s life and legacy.

Charlie Watts is being remembered by some of the most well-known musicians in the world following his tragic death.  The Rolling Stones drummer passed away at age 80 on Tuesday, Aug.

Irvine Welsh has paid tribute to Rolling Stones drummer, Charlie Watts who has died aged 80. We told how the music legend passed away 'peacefully in a London hospital surrounded by his family' on Tuesday.

the Rolling Stones drummer, who has died aged 80, was the least likely member of the group; yet he was its linchpin – the most respected by musicians and popular with the fans. Small, delicate-looking and unassuming, Watts was the Stone who never rolled.

Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts has died. He was 80 years old.Watts' spokesperson confirmed the news with ET on Tuesday, sharing that he died in a hospital in London, England, surrounded by his family.«It is with immense sadness that we announce the death of our beloved Charlie Watts,» the statement reads.