Cilla Black has died at the age of 72.
The TV icon and showbiz legend is believed to have passed away on Saturday night at her Spanish home in Estepona, Costa del Sol.
A Spanish police spokesperson confirmed on Sunday that Cilla - real name Priscilla White - is believed to have died of “natural causes”, although they are “still awaiting autopsy results”.
She said: “I can confirm the death of British national Priscilla White, aged 72. We are still awaiting autopsy results but everything at this stage is pointing towards her death being the result of natural causes.”
At this time the cause of her death remains unknown.
Cilla had over 50 years in showbusiness, had two number one singles, including 'Anyone Who Had A Heart' and was championed by fellow Liverpudlian's The Beatles.
She leaves three sons, Robert, Ben and Jack, as well as two grandchildren behind.
Cilla was most known for pioneering TV shows 'Cilla', 'Blind Date' and Surprise Surprise' and leaves behind her legacy in British television.
Just last year Cilla received an outstanding contribution prize at the bafta Television Awards.
Speaking about the award she told the Mirror newspaper: “I am thrilled to be honoured with this award - I am totally delighted. I've been very fortunate to have a long and full career in television and this means the world to me.”
Tributes have continued to flood in for the late star.
Pop star Cliff Richard remembered his “wonderful friend” for her “outrageous (but) funny” nature.
He told ITV in a statement: “Some people will always be with us and Cilla is one of those people. I will always think of her as outrageous, funny, incredibly gifted but above all full of heart.
“She was a very special person, and I have lost a very wonderful friend, I will miss her dearly. God bless her.”
David Hasselhoff and Peter Andre also took to the micro blogging site to offer their condolences, with David writing: “I was honored to meet Cilla Black on @loosewomen she had an amazing aura, was kind, charming and always enjoyed a good laugh. God bless her.”
Peter added: “Terrible news about Cilla Black. Very sad day today losing such an icon.”
Noel Edmonds wrote on Twitter: “Sad to hear about the passing of @Cilla. Too soon #RIP ... Dear #Cilla our 60's pop icon, a true star of Sat Night TV & a friendly, caring, generous lady. A Lorra Lorra love & gratitude Cilla. Noel (sic)”
Later, in a series of messages, he added: “Today we've lost one of our truly great entertainers. Very few artistes taste success on radio, TV & pop charts. Our #Cilla dominated all 3.
“As a tribute, today & tomorrow I will celebrate her life with her greatest music on my new #radio station (sic).”
Paul O'Grady also told the Liverpool Echo newspaper how he couldn't believe his “sister” had passed away.
He shared: “Please tell me this isn’t true? We’ve been friends for nearly 20 years. She’s like my sister. Apart from her hearing she was alright.
“We had a week together in Barbados at the beginning of the year and I saw her on my birthday. I thought she was well. I can’t believe it to tell you the truth.”
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