Veteran American Singer Meat Loaf Dies Of Covid At 74

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United States veteran singer and actor, Meat Loaf, has passed on at the age of 74.

TMZ reported that he died of Covid-19 complications on Friday.

The late US singer’s Grammy-winning ‘I’d Do Anything For Love’ (But I Won’t Do That) blustered its way to the top of the charts in 1993.

“He was supposed to attend a business dinner earlier this week for a show he’s working on — “I’d Do Anything for Love” — but the dinner was canceled because he became seriously ill with COVID. Sources tell us that his condition quickly became critical.” TMZ reported.

His death was announced in a statement on his official Facebook page on Friday, where his family revealed that he was surrounded by his family during his death.

The statement read, “Our hearts are broken to announce that the incomparable Meat Loaf passed away tonight surrounded by his wife Deborah, daughters Pearl and Amanda and close friends.

“His amazing career spanned 6 decades that saw him sell over 100 Million albums worldwide and star in over 65 movies, including “Fight Club”, “Focus”, “Rocky Horror Picture Show” and “Wayne’s World.”

“Bat Out of Hell remains one of the top 10 selling albums of all time. We know how much he meant to so many of you and we truly appreciate all of the love and support as we move through this time of grief in losing such an inspiring artist and beautiful man.

“We thank you for your understanding of our need for privacy at this time. From his heart to your souls, don’t ever stop rocking!”

Born Marvin Aday, the singer gained prominence in the late 1970s due to his vocal prowess both in the studio and on stage.

He was also one of the few major US musicians to support the Republican Party and campaign for Mitt Romney in the 2012 election, which Barack Obama ended up winning.

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