Meat Loaf dies aged 74

Meat Loaf has died aged 74, his family has confirmed.

U.S. singer Meat Loaf performs during the German game show ‘Wetten Dass’ in the southern German town of Friedrichshafen December 3, 2011. Picture: Reuters/Arnd Wiegmann

The legendary singer-and-actor sadly passed away at the age of 74 with his wife Deborah by his side.

A statement on his official Facebook page read: “Our hearts are broken to announce that the incomparable Meat Loaf passed away tonight with his wife Deborah by his side. Daughters Pearl and Amanda and close friends have been with him throughout the last 24 hours.

“His amazing career spanned 6 decades that saw him sell over 100 Million albums worldwide and star in over 65 movies, including “Fight Club”, “Focus”, “Rocky Horror Picture Show” and “Wayne’s World.”Bat Out of Hell” remains one of the top 10 selling albums of all time.

“We know how much he meant to so many of you and we truly appreciate all of the love and support as we move through this time of grief in losing such an inspiring artist and beautiful man.

Article originally appeared in the Independent Online