Christy Dignam has died following a prolonged battle with illness. He was 63.
According to the family of the legendary frontman of trailblazing Irish band Aslan, Dignam passed away at home this afternoon (13th June.)
On Facebook, Dignam’s daughter Kiera posted a statement, stating that the much-loved Dublin singer and musician died “peacefully” after a “courageously long-fought battle, surrounded by his family”.
The statement read: “On behalf of my family, it is with a broken heart that we convey the news of my father’s passing, Christy Dignam. Dad peacefully left us where he wanted to, at home today 4pm Tuesday, June 13th 2023, after a courageously long-fought battle, surrounded by his family.
May he rest in peace.
