Troggs singer Presley dies aged 71

Rock star Reg Presley, lead singer of The Troggs, has died following a battle with lung cancer.

Rock star Reg Presley, lead singer of The Troggs, has died following a battle with lung cancer.

The 71-year-old, best known for the 1960s hit 'Wild Thing', died at his home in Andover, Hampshire, surrounded by his friends and family, close friend and music publicist Keith Altham said.

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