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The singer of one of our favourite love songs, Up Where We Belong, passed away today after a long battle with lung cancer.

It was confirmed that English singer Joe Cocker, who won both a Grammyand Academy Award for Up Where We Belong, died today after bravely battling the frightening disease.

The rock and blues singer was famed for covering Beatles tracks and his version of With A Little Help From My Friends reached number one and propelled the Sheffield-born star to music stardom. He then went on to record forty albums and toured the globe treating audience to his distinctive, gritty voice.

Commenting on the singer’s tragic demise, his agent Barrie Marshall said: “It will be impossible to fill the space he leaves in our hearts.”

Joe was called ‘simply unique’ by his agent who also insisted: “ [Joe] was without a doubt the greatest rock/soul voice ever to come out of Britain- and remained the same throughout his life. Anyone who ever saw him live will never forget him.”

The seventy-year-old singer was awarded an OBE in 2007 for his legendary contribution to the music industry. 

 

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There is tragic news for Teen Mom star Amber Portwood whose dad has passed away. Amber’s dad, Shawn Portwood, appeared in the reality TV show before his daughter’s stint in prison.

Amber’s brother spoke of how his father helped the MTV star get her life back on track after her imprisonment back in 2011: “I know that he helped Amber because he gave her strength to get better. He is the reason she was able to turn her life around. He set the precedent for what she needed to do to get better.”

Amber, who left prison last year, is set to appear on screens once again for a new season of Teen Mom alongside the other original stars, Maci, Catelynn and Farrah. Her daughter, Leah, is now five-years-old.

The reality TV star tweeted her thanks for people’s support earlier today: “I just want to say thank you to everyone for all your kind words. This is a heartbreaking time for my family your prayers help..love always.”

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The first trailer for Lifetime’s The Brittany Murphy Story has been released.

Actress Amanda Fuller stars as the tragic Brittany, who died in 2009 with the primary cause of death ruled as pneumonia.

Brittany’s husband, Simon Monjack, passed away only five months later under similar circumstances.

The new TV show deals with the lead up to Brittany's untimely death, as well as the aftermath. 

 

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Oscar-winning actor and comedian Robin Williams (63) was found dead in his California home yesterday morning after an apparent suicide.

A call was made to police at 11.55am local time, and emergency services arrived on the scene in five minutes. A statement from Marin County Sheriff’s Office confirmed:

“The male subject, pronounced dead at 12:02am, has been identified as Robin McLaurin Williams, a 63-year-old resident of unincorporated Tiburon.”

It is thought that Williams’ death was a suicide due to asphyxia, but an investigation has yet to be carried out.

The actor is said to have been struggling with severe depression.

His wife Susan Schneider said in a statement: “This morning, I lost my husband and my best friend, while the world lost one of its most beloved artists and beautiful human beings. I am utterly heartbroken. On behalf of Robin’s family, we are asking for privacy during our time of profound grief. As he is remembered, it is our hope the focus will not be on Robin’s death, but on the countless moments of joy and laughter he gave to millions.”

Our thoughts go out to Robin’s family and friends at this awful time. 

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Drew Barrymore has released a statement regarding the recent news of her half-sister’s untimely death.

The actress gave her condolences to the immediate family of Jessica Barrymore, saying: “Although I only met her briefly, I wish her and her loved ones as much peace as possible and I’m so incredibly sorry for their loss.”

Jessica was the daughter of John Barrymore, Drew’s father, and his third wife, Nina Wayne.

She was found dead in her car yesterday; today would have been her 48th birthday.

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There is heartbreaking news for Drew Barrymore and her family today as it has been revealed that her half-sister, Jessica Barrymore, has been found dead.

Jessica was found in her car in California and it has been reported that “white pills” were found in the vehicle also.

The half-sister of the actress was found in the driveway of Marta Lopez, slumped over in her seat. The woman then tried to get help for Jessica.

Drew and Jessica share the same father, actor, John Drew Barrymore.

Tomorrow would have been Jessica’s 48th birthday.

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The inquest in to the death of Peaches Geldof took place today. Peaches tragically passed away at her home on the 7th of April this year, aged 25.

Emma Power reports. 

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Tommy Ramone, drummer for legendary punk band, The Ramones, has sadly passed away aged 62. 

Tommy was the last remaining member of the band, which was founded in New York in 1974. 

The Ramones influenced many bands over their years such as Nirvana and The Strokes. 

The musician's wife confirmed the news that Tommy, real name, Thomas Erdelyi, passed away yesterday at his home in Queens, New York.

 

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Terrible news has surfaced this morning about the death of Matt Bendik, boyfriend of Becca Tobin who has played Kitty Wilde since season four of Glee.

The 35-year-old, who ran several nightclubs around the country, and was co-owner of AV Nightclub in LA , was found dead by a hotel maid on Thursday afternoon.

It was reported that Bendik and Becca had been out on Wednesday night celebrating with friends – though he was not known as a partier – and everything seemed normal.

This is terrible news, and its timing couldn’t be stranger as this Sunday marks the one year anniversary of Cory Monteith’s untimely death in a hotel room in Vancouver.

Our thoughts are with Becca and Matt’s family at this time.

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Lana Del Rey has caused concern amongst her fans for her alarming comments about death.

The singer was speaking to The Guardian when she said: “I wish I was dead already.”

Um, what?!

When asked by the interviewer as to whether she finds the deaths of music heroes such as Kurt Cobain and Amy Winehouse glamorous, she replied: “I don’t know. Ummm, yeah … I don’t want to have to keep doing this but I am.”

She also spoke of the backlash her album received, saying that she never got to enjoy any of the good that came from it: “I never felt any of the enjoyment. It was bad, all of it.”

We don’t think Lana’s fans will be happy to hear the talented singer is in such a bad place.

We really hope you feel better soon, Lana.

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Peaches Geldof died of a heroin overdose, it is expected to be announced later today.

In a tragic echo of her mum Paula Yates’s death 14 years ago, toxicology tests will reportedly show at an inquest that the model and TV presenter died from an overdose of the drug.

The 25-year-old was found dead at the home she shared with husband Thomas Cohen and sons Phaedra, one, and Astala, two, in Kent, England, on April 7th.

North West Kent Coroner Roger Hatch will reportedly confirm the results of a toxicology test today, which found Peaches died as a direct result of the class-A drug, and the inquest will be immediately adjourned.

The news is sure to have come as a blow to Peaches’ father, Sir Bob Geldof, as her mother Paula Yates, 41, died of a heroin overdose in 2000, when Peaches was just 11.

Police discovered no evidence of drugs paraphernalia in the house, sparking speculation that a friend or family member may have removed evidence from the house before the paramedics arrived.

An autopsy carried out shortly after Peaches’ death proved inconclusive, so samples of her blood and tissue were sent off to a laboratory for further testing.

The hearing today is expected to last around 10 minutes and a full inquest into her death will take place in late July.

Peaches was laid to rest last week at St Mary Magdalene and St Lawrence Church in Davington, Kent, where her dad delivered a heart-breaking eulogy.

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There’s tragic breaking news this afternoon after it was announced that British actor, Bob Hoskins has died at the age of 71.

The actor, best known for his role in Who Framed Roger Rabbit? and Hook, retired from acting back in 2012 due to his battle with Parkinson’s disease.

The tragic news was announced by his agent, who says the actor passed away due to pneumonia.

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