Charlie Watts, Rolling Stones Drummer, Dead at 80: Paul McCartney, Elton John and More Pay Tribute

etonline.com:

died at age 80 at a London hospital.«It is with immense sadness that we announce the death of our beloved Charlie Watts,» the statement read in part. "… Charlie was a cherished husband, father and grandfather and also as a member of The Rolling Stones one of the greatest drummers of his generation.«Following news of Watts' death, tributes quickly poured in from both his bandmates and other musicians.In a video posted to Twitter, Paul McCartney said he was „so sad“ to learn of Watts' death.»He was a lovely guy.

I knew he was ill, but I didn't know he was this ill," McCartney said. «Lots of love to his family, his wife and kids, and his extended family.