The entertainment world has led tributes to Robin Gibb of the Bee Gees, after the “musical giant” lost a lengthy battle with cancer at the age of 62.

Bee Gees star Robin Gibb has shown signs of recovery after waking from a coma by responding to his family, his spokesman said.

Robin Gibb's family "can't believe" his progress since he woke from his coma.

Bee Gees star Robin Gibb remained in a coma in hospital today as fans of the cancer-stricken singer left hundreds of messages of hope for his recovery.

Bee Gees star Robin Gibb remains in a coma after contracting pneumonia in his battle against cancer.

Bee Gees star Robin Gibb remained in a coma today after contracting pneumonia in his battle against cancer.

Bee Gees star Robin Gibb is fighting for his life after contracting pneumonia in his battle against cancer.

Bee Gees singer Robin Gibb is making "spectacular" progress in his cancer battle.

Robin Gibb has vowed to continue his charity work, despite battling liver cancer.

Bee Gees singer Robin Gibb is battling liver cancer.

Bee Gees singer Robin Gibb has been discharged from hospital.

Bee Gees star Robin Gibb is being treated for an inflamed colon after being rushed to hospital with abdominal pains.

Former Bee Gees star Robin Gibb has fathered a child with his live-in housekeeper - enraging his wife despite their open marriage.