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The Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts dies aged 80

The legendary drummer's publicist confirmed the news this evening

The Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts dies aged 80 — Charlie Watts of The Rolling Stones. File Picture: Jane Barlow/PA

Tue, 24 Aug, 2021 - 17:35

Kerri-Ann Roper and Alex Green, PA Reporters

The Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts has died at the age of 80, his publicist has said.

The musician, who marked his 80th birthday in June, had been a member of the rock group since 1963.

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