Cynthia Lennon has passed away at the age of 75

Cynthia Lennon, the ex-wife of John Lennon, has passed away at the age of 75.

Lennon was married to the Beatle from 1962 - 1968 after meeting him at college at the age of 18. They had one child together - Julian - who was by her bedside when she passed away at her home in Mallorca, Spain.

Her family released a statement:

"Cynthia Lennon passed away today at her home in Mallorca, Spain following a short but brave battle with cancer. Her son Julian Lennon was at her bedside throughout. The family are thankful for your prayers. Please respect their privacy at this difficult time."

Julian posted the tribute below on YouTube earlier today:

John Lennon

John Winston Ono Lennon, MBE (9 October 1940 – 8 December 1980) was an English musician and singer-songwriter who rose to worldwide fame as one of the founding members of The Beatles, one of the most… more