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Kirsten McStay

Pulp's Steve Mackey dead aged 56 as wife posts heartbreaking tribute

Pulp's bassist Steve Mackey has died at the age of 56, his heartbroken wife has announced. Steve was a member of the rock group which was best known for its hit Common People.

The 56-year-old also produced music for big names in the music industry including Florence + the Machine and M.IA. His wife Katie Grand, confirmed the sad news in a social media post as she posted a black and white photo of Steve smiling.

The caption read: "'A message from Katie', read: "After three months in hospital, fighting with all his strength and determination, we are shocked and devastated to have said goodbye my brilliant, beautiful husband, Steve Mackey.

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