Tributes are flooding in from the music world and Ireland after Aslan frontman Christy Dignam died aged 63 earlier today.
Tributes are flooding in after Aslan frontmanThe late singer – known for hits including Crazy World and This Is – died ‘peacefully’ after a long battle with rare disease amyloidosis.Despite receiving regular chemotherapy, the Dubliner continued to sing with the band and was even due to perform this year before his condition deteriorated.His death was announced by daughter Kiera on Tuesday, saying he had died after a ‘courageously long-fought battle, surrounded by his family.
‘Let us all hold him in our hearts and cherish the remarkable life of a talented singer, great storyteller and amazing person,’ she added. They said: ‘We’re devastated to hear the news about our friend and hero, Christy Dignam: ‘We were blessed to share the stage withChristy in Dublin. We’ve lost a Legend, one of a kind, our thoughts and prayers are with his family RIP Christy. Danny & Glen.’
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