Sinead O'Connor was 'found unresponsive' at London home as police issue statement after death aged 56
manchestereveningnews.co.ukPolice have said Sinead O'Connor was 'found unresponsive' at her London home after her shock death was confirmed. News broke of the singer's tragic passing, aged 56, on Wednesday night (July 26).
The Grammy-winner was propelled to international stardom in 1990 with her version of the hit ballad Nothing Compares 2 U. However, she was arguably as well known for being outspoken about her social and political views as for her musical talent.
She had recently returned to the capital after a long absence. A statement from O’Connor’s family, reported by RTE and The Irish Times, confirmed O'Connor's death and said: "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Sinead.
Her family and friends are devastated and have requested privacy at this very difficult time." Try MEN Premium for FREE by clicking here for no ads, fun puzzles and brilliant new features On Thursday (July 17), police confirmed that O'Connor had been found unresponsive at a home in south-east London and pronounced dead at the scene.
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