Greek singer Demis Roussos has died aged 69, the BBC reported.

Roussos , who sold more than 60 million albums worldwide, passed away at the Hygeia Hospital in Athens.

He was best known for his solo hits in the 1970s and 80s, including Forever and Ever, Goodbye and Quand je t'aime.

Roussos was renowned for his off-screen role in Mike Leigh's 1977 TV play Abigail's party, having provided the party's soundtrack.

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