The American singer Eric Carmen has died, aged 74. This is reported by a number of media, including CNN.
The death message has been shared on Carmen’s official website, where his wife writes that the 74-year-old died in his sleep.
“It is with great sadness that we share the heartbreaking news of Eric Carmen’s passing. Our sweet, loving and talented Eric died in his sleep over the weekend, she writes.
The death is described as a great loss, and the cause of death is currently unknown. .
Carmen broke through in the 1970s with the band Raspberries and is behind songs such as “Let’s Pretend” and “Go All the Way”. He has also performed with the band Ringo Starr & His All Starr Band on a number of occasions.
The 74-year-old also achieved great success with songs such as “Hungry Eyes” and “All by Myself”.