British music legend David Bowie dies

London

BRITISH music legend David Bowie has died after a long battle with cancer, his official Twitter and Facebook accounts said on Monday, prompting an outpouring of tributes. Bowie died on Sunday surrounded by family, according to his social media accounts.

The iconic musician had turned 69 just last Friday, which coincided with the release of Blackstar, his 25th studio album.

"David Bowie died peacefully today (Sunday) surrounded by his family after a courageous 18 month battle with cancer," said a brief statement posted on both his Twitter and Facebook accounts. "While …