Iconic singer and actor Meat Loaf has sadly died at the age of 74.
The news was posted on the singer's Facebook page - and it was later confirmed by his long-time agent, Micheal Greene.
A statement posted to his official Facebook page read: "Our hearts are broken to announce that the incomparable Meat Loaf passed away tonight with his wife Deborah by his side.
"Daughters Pearl and Amanda and close friends have been with him throughout the last 24 hours.
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"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!"
Meat Loaf shot to fame in 1977 with the hit album Bat Out of Hell, which went on to become one of the biggest selling records of all time.
He also starred in films such as Fight Club, 51st State and the Rocky Horror Picture Show.
It's for his music that he is most remembered though.
But which is his most loved song?
To find out, the Manchester Evening News has put all of the songs from ‘The Very Best of Meat Loaf’ into our ranking gadget.
Drag and drop your favourite Meat Loaf songs into the order of your preference, and we’ll reveal the nation’s favourite.
