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Jazz Singer George Melly Dies at 80

Jazz Singer George Melly Dies at 80

Source: All About Jazz

LONDON (Reuters) - Flamboyant jazz singer and author George Melly died on Thursday at the age of 80, his wife Diana said in a statement. Melly had been suffering from lung cancer but refused all treatment. He also developed dementia. His last appearance was a performance in June at London's renowned 100 Club in aid of a dementia charity. His wife said in a statement: “For 60 years he has been an acclaimed, popular and much-loved performer." Melly, wit. raconteur ...

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