The music world was shocked to learn of the passing of EDM star Tim Bergling, better known as Avicii, who was just 28.
Bergling was in Oman at the time, and was understood to be suffering from acute pancreatitis - however no cause of death has been given so far. Tributes from people such as Liam Payne, Dua Lipa, and even Taoiseach Leo Varadkar, poured out online.
Here's a selection so far.
Such sad news to hear about Avicii passing. Too young and way too soon. My condolences go out to his family, friends and fans x
— DUA LIPA (@DUALIPA) April 20, 2018
Oh my god truly devastated for Avicii very very sad news way to young ... what a talent he was. rest in peace x
— Liam (@LiamPayne) April 20, 2018
my sincerest and most heartfelt condolences to the friends, fans and families of @Avicii :( Banter aside, nobody can deny what he has accomplished and done for modern dance music and im very proud of him.
— Goat lord (@deadmau5) April 20, 2018
So sorry to hear of the untimely passing of Avicii. Wake Me Up was the song of the summer of 2013 and my song of the Camino
— Leo Varadkar (@campaignforleo) April 20, 2018
Devastating news about Avicii, a beautiful soul, passionate and extremely talented with so much more to do. My heart goes out to his family. God bless you Tim x
— Calvin Harris (@CalvinHarris) April 20, 2018
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