Fleetwood Mac’s Christine McVie dies aged 79

• Published date: 01 December 2022
• Publication title: Irish Times (Dublin, Ireland)

The British-American rock band, founded in London in 1967, sold more than 100 million records worldwide, making them one of the most successful groups ever

Their best-known songs include Dreams, Go Your Own Way and Everywhere.

A statement from her family yesterday said: "It is with a heavy heart we are informing you of Christine's death. She passed away peacefully at hospital this morning, Wednesday, November 30th 2022, following a short illness.

"She was in the company of her family. We kindly ask that you respect the family's privacy at this extremely painful time and we would like everyone to keep Christine in their hearts and remember the life of an incredible human being, and revered musician who was loved universally."

Despite its tumultuous history, Fleetwood Mac became one of the best-known rock bands of the 1970s and 80s, comprising Mick Fleetwood, Christine and John McVie, as well as Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks.

'One-of-a-kind'

Perhaps their best known album Rumours, released in 1977, became one of the best-selling albums of all time and included hits such as Second Hand News and You Make Loving Fun.

In addition to several multi-platinum tracks, the record sold more than 40 million copies worldwide.

A statement from the band said on Twitter...