Meat Loaf dead at 74 – Bat Out of Hell singer’s cause of death not known as he passes away with wife Deborah by his side

ROCK singer Meat Loaf has tragically died age 74.

Born Michael Lee Aday, Meat Loaf had a stellar career spanning six decades after shooting to fame with his powerful, wide-ranging voice.

The rock veteran was among the most popular musicians of all time, selling millions of albums around the world.

His Bat Out Of Hell album trilogy – famous for its operatic rock style and the hit single of the same name – was his most popular release.

Meat Loaf’s cause of death has not yet been revealed

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