Depeche Mode legend Andy Fletcher has died aged 60.The keyboardist of the 80s band, which consisted of himself, Dave Gahan, Martin Gore and Alan Wilder, passed away "peacefully".The band posted a tribute to the star on Thursday 26 May evening on social media, which read: "We are shocked and filled with overwhelming sadness with the untimely passing of our dear friend, family member, and bandmate Andy "Fletch" Fletcher. "Fletch had a true heart of gold and was always there when you needed support, a lively conversation, a good laugh, or a cold pint. "Our hearts are with his family, and we ask that you keep them in your thoughts and respect their privacy in this difficult time." Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter Celebrity friends paid tribute to the star as founding member of The Cure Lol Tolhurst wrote: "Very sad news today.
Andy Fletcher of Depeche Mode has passed. I knew Andy and considered him a friend. We crossed many of the same pathways as younger men .
My heart goes out to his family, bandmates, and DM fans. RIP Fletch." Lead singer of T’Pau said: "Oh no!!! Fletch was a lovely guy DM one of my all time favourite bands sending all my love to his family friends and band members.” While Pet Shop Boys shared: "We’re saddened and shocked that Andy Fletcher of Depeche Mode has died. “Fletch was a warm, friendly and funny person who loved electronic music and could also give sensible advice about the music business.
Our sincere condolences to his family and friends and to Dave Gahan and Martin Gore. Neil & Chris xx”. Fans also flocked to Twitter to share their heartbreak over the news as one person wrote: "Another devastation.
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