Tony Thorpe, the legendary guitarist of 1970s glam-rock band The Rubettes, has died at the age of 80. His family confirmed the news as they paid a heartbreaking tribute, saying he had been battling "recently failing health".
Family statement
In a statement, they said: "It is with great sadness that we officially announce the passing of Anthony John Thorpe. He was a father to Clay, a husband to Shirle, a friend to many, and a mentor to countless musicians, young and old. His recently failing health did little to diminish his fierce intellect and sharp sense of humour. He will leave an unfillable hole in the lives of all who knew him, or his music. Our love and thoughts go to his son Clayton."
