Irish singer Sinéad O’Connor has died at the age of 56.
In a statement, her family said: “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Sinéad. Her family and friends are devastated and have requested privacy at this very difficult time.”
President Michael D Higgins has led tributes to her, saying Ireland has lost “one of our greatest and most gifted composers, songwriters and performers of recent decades”. He said she had a unique talent and extraordinary connection with her audience, “all of whom held such love and warmth for her”.
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