Monday 11 January 2016

David Bowie Fans Leave Tributes

Singer David Bowie has died at the age of 69 from cancer.
His son, film director Duncan Jones, confirmed the news and a statement was issued on his social media accounts.
"David Bowie died peacefully today surrounded by his family after a courageous 18-month battle with cancer," it said, asking for privacy for his family.
Tributes have been paid to Bowie, one of the most influential musicians of his era, from around the world.
Fans are leaving tributes at Heddon Street and Brixton.

Ziggy Stardust Plaque - Number 23, Heddon Street - is part of a bustling pedestrian area of bars and restaurants.
Ziggy stardust plaque

Moody streets: David Bowie as Ziggy Stardust perches on a rubbish bin with his guitar round his shoulders on a dark night in Heddon Street in London

David Bowie fans today left tributes at a mural to the star in Brixton, where he grew up.