Ronnie Wood has paid tribute to his Rolling Stones bandmate Charlie Watts, who died yesterday aged 80.Watts’ publicist confirmed the news in a statement last night (August 24), writing that the “beloved” drummer had “passed away peacefully in a London hospital earlier today surrounded by his family.”The message continued by describing the late musician as “a cherished husband, father and grandfather” and “one of the greatest drummers of his generation”.Tributes have since poured in from the likes of Paul McCartney, Elton John, The Who, Liam Gallagher and Blondie.
The Stones’ frontman Mick Jagger and guitarist Keith Richards have also posted poignant images to social media to mark their respects.This morning (August 25), the band’s Ronnie.
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