Mark E Smith, Frontman Of 'The Fall', Dies Aged 60

The Fall singer Mark E Smith died aged 60 at home on Wednesday morning, the band’s manager Pam Van Damned said.

A statement on the band’s Twitter account said: “It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Mark E. Smith.

“He passed this morning at home. A more detailed statement will follow in the next few days. In the meantime, Pam & Mark’s family request privacy at this sad time.”

RIP Mark E Smith pic.twitter.com/4BezoJzeQz

— PIXIES (@PIXIES) January 24, 2018

RIP Mark E Smith pic.twitter.com/xV6W2QxTRC

— Geoff Barrow (@jetfury) January 24, 2018

So so sad to hear that we’ve lost Mark E Smith. A true uncompromising musical maverick. A genius, a curmudgeon and someone whose company it was an honour to share. So long M.E.S x x x pic.twitter.com/aZFGNXZuRW

— Tim Burgess (@Tim_Burgess) January 24, 2018

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