The Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts dies at 80

One of rock’n’roll’s most iconic drummers Charlie Watts of The Rolling Stones has died at the age of 80.

The publicist of The Rolling Stones has released an official statement about the matter and you can read it below:

“It is with immense sadness that we announce the death of our beloved Charlie Watts. He passed away peacefully in a London hospital earlier today surrounded by his family. Charlie was a cherished husband, father and grandfather and also as a member of the Rolling Stones one of the greatest drummers of his generation. We kindly request that the privacy of his family, band members and close friends is respected at this difficult time.”

– The Rolling Stones publicist

pic.twitter.com/wi6333F6QF— The Rolling Stones (@RollingStones) August 24, 2021