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80s music legend suddenly dead: band “devastated” – songs are still playing at a number of parties


Singer Terence Wilson performs in London in 2018

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His hits like “Red Red Wine” enjoyed great success in the 80s and 90s. But now there is the sad certainty: Singer Terence Wilson dies at the age of only 64.

England – Great mourning for reggae music legend Terence Wilson. The UB40 singer Terence Wilson is dead. The musician dies at the age of 64 from a very brief illness, according to media reports. The band celebrated great success in 1980 and 1990 with “Red Red Wine”, “Can’t Help Falling in Love” and “I Got You Babe”.

UB40 singer Terence Wilson dies at the age of 64: fans say goodbye

The singer was also known by his fans by the nickname Astro. A few hours ago it was announced on the band’s social media channels that Terence Wilson had passed away. “We are devastated and heartbroken we have to tell you that our beloved Astro passed away today after a very brief illness. The world will never be the same without him. We ask you to respect the privacy of your family in this incredibly difficult time, ”said the statement from the public Instagram post. “It hurts so much to hear this news. It was an honor for me to have met him back then. Rest in peace “, commented a fan.” I send a lot of love and strength. Thanks for your music! ”, So another follower.

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For many of his fans it was one of the most surprising news, because UB40 singer Terence Wilson wanted to go on tour with musician and his former bandmate Ali Campbell in the coming year, according to media reports. It is not yet known what the singer died of.

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