Tributes are seen beneath a mural of British singer David Bowie, following the announcement of Bowie’s death, in Brixton, south London, on January 11, 2016. British music icon David Bowie died of cancer at the age of 69, drawing an outpouring of tributes for the innovative star famed for groundbreaking hits like “Ziggy Stardust” and his theatrical shape-shifting style. AFP PHOTO
NEW YORK: Legions of fans and musicians voiced shock Monday as David Bowie died at 69 following a secret battle with cancer, in a surprise final chapter for one of the most influential artists of his time.