X Factor icon leads tributes as star of legendary Hacienda nightclub dies aged 50
ok.co.ukMusic legends, including an X Factor icon, have led tributes to influential media director James Masters, who has died aged 50.
James was the head of media for Manchester's iconic Hacienda and was behind media campaigns for the popular Hacienda Classical events and club nights.
Joy Division and New Order star Peter Hook broke the news on his social media platforms on Thursday. He wrote: "It is with great sadness that we pay tribute to James Masters, one of the great friends of Peter Hook and The Light and Fac 51 The Hacienda. "Truly one of our close family.
James passed away yesterday and will be sorely, sorely missed." He added: "Rest in peace mate. God Bless. Love Hooky." Happy Mondays star Rowetta, who took part in the first series of The X Factor in 2004, also paid tribute, sharing on her Facebook page: "To my dear friend James Masters.Thank you for everything.
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