Unpredictable rock superstar dies
By Associated Press in New York | China Daily | Updated: 2016-01-12 08:14
David Bowie, the iconic and shape-shifting British singer whose illustrious career lasted five decade with hits like Fame, Heroes and Let's Dance, died on Sunday after a battle with cancer. He was 69.
US Representative Steve Martin said on Monday that Bowie died "peacefully" and was surrounded by family. He had battled cancer for 18 months.
"While many of you will share in this loss, we ask that you respect the family's privacy during their time of grief," the statement read. No more details were provided.
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