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BREAKING: Shock at sudden death of Limerick's Dolores O'Riordan



THE Limerick Leader can confirm that international rock star Dolores O'Riordan has sadly died.

While the circumstances of the 46-year-old's death are as yet unknown, it is understood that the frontwoman of The Cranberries - a native of Ballybricken - passed away in London.

A spokesperson who represented the singer confirmed to the Leader: "Irish and international singer Dolores O’Riordan has died suddenly in London today. She was 46 years old. The lead singer with the Irish band The Cranberries, was in London for a short recording session. No further details are available at this time. "

"My heart goes out to the family. Dolores was their pride and joy. We all loved her very, very much," said family friend Canon Liam McNamara.

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