The statement read: “It is with great sadness that we have to break the news that our beloved Pete Burns… died suddenly yesterday of a massive cardiac arrest.

“All of his family and friends are devastated by the loss of our special star. He was a true visionary, a beautiful talented soul, and he will be missed by all who who loved and appreciated everything he was and all the wonderful memories he has left us with.”

“We have no more words, we will make a statement when we have had a chance to come to terms with our devastating loss.”

Photo by Stephanie Paschal  – Pete Burns – Dead or Alive

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