Singer David Bowie, one of the most influential musicians of his era, has died of cancer at the age of 69. A statement was issued, external on his social media accounts, saying he "died peacefully, surrounded by his family" after an "18-month battle with cancer". Tributes have been paid from around the world to the "extraordinary artist" whose last album was released days ago. Sir Paul McCartney d
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