Sydney Devine has passed away.The Country and Western star, 81, had been battling a mystery illness since being rushed to Ayr Hospital almost three weeks ago.Sydney took ill at his home in Ayr on January 23, however, he sadly passed away earlier today.The legendary performer's latest single, They're All Heroes, was set for release next week in honour of the NHS.A statement released by Sydney’s daughter Karen, 57, said: “My dad took unwell at home and Dad knew it was a bit more serious than a normal chest infection, after calling an ambulance and being admitted into Ayr Hospital on January 23.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now.Get all the local news in your area – plus features, football news and the latest on the coronavirus.
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