Irish singer, Sinéad O'Connor — who gained worldwide notoriety in 1990 with the release of her single, "Nothing Compares 2 U," written by Prince — passed away at the age of 56.
In a statement from her family obtained from The Irish Times, they provide no indication as to the singer's cause of death, giving only the following brief confirmation of her passing: "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Sinéad. Her family and friends are devastated and have requested privacy at this very difficult time."
