Fleetwood Mac singer and keyboardist Christine McVie reportedly died of a massive stroke after being diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer.
The 79-year-old songwriter, who died at Charing Cross Hospital Fulham last Nov. 13, was diagnosed with “metastatic malignancy of unknown primary origin,” which means that cancer had spread to other parts of her body, according to a copy of McVie’s death certificate reportedly obtained by The Blast.
It stated that McVie suffered an ischaemic stroke leading to her death, and large atrial thrombus and atrial fibrillation were also listed, according to the publication.
Cancer was noted as the secondary cause of her passing.
The Post has contacted the Charing Cross Hospital Fulham for comment.
McVie’s family broke the news of her death on McVie’s Instagram account, writing that she died after a “short illness.”
“There are no words to describe our sadness at the passing of Christine McVie,” Fleetwood Mac also confirmed in a tweet.
“She was truly one-of-a-kind, special and talented beyond measure. She was the best musician anyone could have in their band and the best friend anyone could have in their life,” it read.
“We were so lucky to have a life with her. Individually and together, we cherished Christine deeply and are thankful for the amazing memories we have. She will be so very missed,” the statement ended.
McVie, who left Fleetwood Mac in 1998, had a hand in writing some of the band’s most recognizable hits, including “Don’t Stop,” “Everywhere,” “Songbird” and “The Chain.”