Gord Downie, the lead singer of the iconic Canadian band the Tragically Hip, has died at age 53.
In a statement posted online, the band confirmed that Downie died on Tuesday night, “with his beloved children and family close by.”
“Gord knew this day was coming – his response was to spend this precious time as he always had – making music, making memories and expressing deep gratitude to his family and friends for a life well lived, often sealing it with a kiss… on the lips,” the statement said.
The beloved Canadian musician was diagnosed with a terminal form of brain cancer in May, 2016.
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