Singer and songwriter Leonard Cohen has passed away aged 82

Leonard Cohen has passed away at the age of 82.

The singer's passing was announced on his Facebook page. It said: “It is with profound sorrow we report that legendary poet, songwriter and artist, Leonard Cohen has passed away.

“We have lost one of music’s most revered and prolific visionaries.

“A memorial will take place in Los Angeles at a later date. The family requests privacy during their time of grief.”

The cause of his death has not been revealed.

Some of Leonard's most popular tracks include I’m Your Man, Hallelujah and Suzanne.

We hope he rests in piece.