'Completely her own woman': Sinéad O'Connor dies age 56

Sinead O'Connor's family announced her passing on Wednesday. Picture: Niall Carson/PA Wire

Singer Sinéad O'Connor has died at the age of 56.

Her family issued a statement saying: 'It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Sinéad, her family and friends are devastated and have requested privacy at this very difficult time".