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MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA — Swedish DJ Avicii, real name Tim Bergling, died at age 28 on Friday, April 20th 2018. His publicist confirmed. Avicii was one of the most influential progressive house music producers of all time and will be dearly missed.
“It is with profound sorrow that we announce the loss of Tim Bergling, also known as Avicii,” his publicist Diana Baron said in a statement. “He was found dead in Muscat, Oman this Friday afternoon local time, April 20th. The family is devastated and we ask everyone to please respect their need for privacy in this difficult time. No further statements will be given.”
Avicii’s health issues were known to the public for several years prior to his death. He suffered from acute pancreatitis, in part due to excessive drinking. In 2014, he canceled numerous shows in order to recover after having his gallbladder and appendix removed. Eventually, he decided to retire from touring entirely in an emotional letter penned in March 2016.
We are saddened by the loss and wish his closest family and friends the best.
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H/T: Billboard
