David Bowie, the iconic singer, song writer and actor has died at the age of 69. He had been battling cancer for the last 18 months.

The artist’s Facebook page announced the news, “David Bowie died peacefully today surrounded by his family after a courageous 18-month battle with cancer,” the statement read. “While many of you will share in this loss, we ask that you respect the family’s privacy during their time of grief.”
Born in 1947, Bowie came into the spotlight in the 1960s with a fresh new voice and over all look. His music albums were a work of genius and his on screen work was equally great. David Bowie will be greatly missed.

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— The London Tree (@TheLondonTree) January 11, 2016