Il Divo singer Carlos Marin dies aged 53

Il Divo singer Carlos Marin has died (Pictures: Getty)

Carlos Marin has died, aged 53.

The Il Divo singer was rushed to hospital recently, and was placed in the intensive care unit at Manchester Royal Hospital.

His bandmates Urs Bühler, David Miller, and Sébastien Izambard, confirmed the sad news on Twitter earlier today, paying tribute to their fellow singer.

‘It is with heavy hearts that we are letting you know that our friend and partner, Carlos Marin, has passed away,’ they penned, beside a photo of him. 

‘He will be missed by his friends, family and fans. 

‘There wiIl never be another voice or spirit like Carlos.’

‘For 17 years the four of us have been on this incredible journey of Il Divo together, and we will miss our dear friend,’ they concluded the post.

‘We hope and pray that his beautiful soul will rest in peace. With Love — David, Sebastien and Urs.’

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