Meat Loaf, 'Bat Out of Hell' Singer and Rock Legend, Dead at 74

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Meat Loaf, whose real name was Marvin Lee Aday, has died. He was 74. Meat Loaf's manager, Michael Greene, confirmed the news early Friday morning, and the artist's official Facebook page released a statement. «Our hearts are broken to announce that the incomparable Meat Loaf passed away tonight surrounded by his wife Deborah, daughters Pearl and Amanda and close friends,» the statement reads. «His amazing career spanned 6 decades that saw him sell over 100 Million albums worldwide and star in over 65 movies, including and .»«We know how much he meant to so many of you and we truly appreciate all the love and support as we move through this time of grief in losing such an inspiring artist and beautiful man,» the statement continues. «We thank you for your understanding of our need for privacy at this time.

From his heart to your souls… don't ever stop rocking!»A cause of death has not been shared. Meat Loaf's album, is one of the top selling records of all time.

His best known song is «I'd Do Anything for Love (But I Won't Do That),» which marked his only single to top the Billboard 100 chart and earn him a GRAMMY in 1994.

Meat Loaf, born Sept. 27, 1947 in Dallas, Texas, also appeared in several television shows and films, including the cult classic,  and .The musician had acknowledged in the past that physical problems had affected his ability to perform.