The Outfield star Tony Lewis dies 'suddenly and unexpectedly'

The Outfield singer Tony Lewis has died “suddenly and unexpectedly” aged 62.

The cause of the musician’s death has not yet been confirmed.

Your love hitmaker Tony’s publicist Bari Lieberman broke the news on social media on Tuesday.

They said in a statement: “It is with deep sadness and sorrow to report that Tony Lewis, singer of the ’80s rock band the Outfield, suddenly and unexpectedly passed away yesterday, October 19th, at the age of 62 near London, England.”

“Tony’s music touched people around the globe for decades”, the announcement read.

The statement continued: “Lewis and the late John Spinks took the ’80s by storm with the Outfield’s infectious pop songs, including ‘Your Love,’ ‘All the Love’, and ‘Say It Isn’t So.'”

Tony Lewis has died ‘suddenly and unexpectedly’ aged 62 (Image: GETTY)

His publicist added: “Tony Lewis’s legacy will live on forever through his beautiful family and his legendary music.

“The family requests their privacy during this difficult time.”

The singer’s official Twitter page also shared a heartfelt statement.

The cause of the musician’s death has not yet been confirmed (Image: Facebook)

It read: “It is with great sadness and sorrow to announce that Tony Lewis has unexpectedly passed away. He was a beautiful soul who touched so many lives with his love, his spirit, and his music.

“He loved his fans dearly and enjoyed every opportunity he had when meeting all of you.-Team TL”.

Tony was best known for being the bass player and vocalist for rock group The Outfield.

Tony Lewis was vocalist and bass player in The Outfield (Image: Getty)

He was in the band alongside guitarist John Spinks, and drummer Alan Jackman.

The group were successful in the mid-1980s, and known for their tune Your Love.

Tom has left behind wife of 35 years Carol.

The married couple were parents to daughters Gemma and Rosie and had three grandchildren.

Source: Celebrities - dailystar.co.uk

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