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David Bowie dies after battle with cancer

Music legend David Bowie has died at the age of 69.

The British star passed away after battling cancer, days after the release of his 29th album "Blackstar". The record was released on January 8, his 69th birthday.

A statement posted on Bowie's official Facebook page and Twitter profile read: "January 10 2016 - David Bowie died peacefully today surrounded by his family after a courageous 18 month battle with cancer. While many of you will share in this loss, we ask that you respect the family's privacy during their time of grief."