Swedish DJ dies at 28
Swedish DJ and producer Tim Bergling popularly known as Avicii is dead, his publicist Diana Baron confirmed.
He was said to have been found dead on Friday, April 20, 2018. He was 28 years old.
Baron said in a statement, "It is with profound sorrow that we announce the loss of Tim Bergling, also known as Avicii.
"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."
In 2016,
Avicii stopped performing live due to health reasons - he had suffered
from acute pancreatitis owing, which was partly caused by excessive
drinking, according to reports.
In 2014, Avicii had his gallbladder and appendix removed.
He
was best known for hit songs like 'Wake Me Up' and 'Levels' - both of
which peaked at number one on the Billboard list of top dance club
songs.
Avicii, who was twice-nominated for a
Grammy Award, released his debut album 'True' in 2013, and it premiered
in the top ten in ten different countries.
Swedish DJ dies at 28
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