The Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts has died at age 80. Watts’ publicist confirmed the sad news in a statement to ET Canada, writing: “It is with immense sadness that we announce the death of our beloved Charlie Watts. “He passed away peacefully in a London hospital earlier today surrounded by his family.” The message described Watts as “a cherished husband, father and grandfather” and “one of the greatest drummers of his generation.” It added: “We kindly request that the privacy of his family, band members and close friends is respected at this difficult time.” Watts’ fellow Stones Mick Jagger and Keith Richards shared tributes to their longtime bandmate on social media, with Jagger sharing a photo of Watts beaming with joy behind his
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