Legendary TV presenter and singing star Cilla Black has died aged 72 in her Spanish home on the Costa Del Sol, reports say.
According to reports the Spanish authorities are awaiting autopsy results but signs suggest Cilla, whose real name is Priscilla White, died from natural causes.
The Blind Date and Surprise Surprise presenter was reportedly staying at her home in Estepona with son Robert when she died overnight.
With a showbiz career spanning more than 50 years Cilla was known for her TV appearances and musical hits which included two number one singles.
Celebs from the entertainment world have mourned her death and paid tribute to the Liverpool born star.
I am so sad and shocked by news about my good friend Cilla. She was a resplendent and rare talent. RIP #cillablack http://t.co/wsK6RtIszI
— Joan Collins (@Joancollinsdbe) August 2, 2015
Deeply shocked to learn that Cilla has passed away. I hope you are now at peace lovely lady. Thank you for the lunches and the laughs x
— Carol Vorderman MBE (@carolvorders) August 2, 2015
Saddened to hear about the passing of Cilla Black. A true showbiz legend.
— Ronan Keating (@ronanofficial) August 2, 2015
Friend and fellow presenter Christopher Biggins, who starred alongside Cilla in Surprise! Surprise!, described Black as a "national treasure" adding that she will "always be with me".
"It's devastating news, really devastating," he said.
"She was a wonderful friend. She was someone who was a life force, she loved to laugh and loved to enjoy herself.
"She will always be with me. She was a national treasure."
Cilla Black: A showbiz icon of the Beatles era. (c.) PA wire.
Lord Grade, former executive chairman of ITV, said a once nervous Cilla soon gained a natural confidence in front of the cameras and went on to become an "enduring family favourite".
"A natural, natural performer of the highest quality," he told Sky News.
"One of the all time greats in showbiz.
"She always felt like a friend in your living room when she was on TV. A magical lady.
"She had a huge, huge talent once she got her confidence. She became a national favourite, an enduring family favourite."
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