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RIP Poly Styrene

Legendary London-born X-Ray Spex vocalist Poly Styrene, aka Marianne Elliot Said, has died at the age of 53 after a battle with breast cancer (it spread to her spine and lungs before being diagnosed). An official statement reads: “We can confirm that the beautiful Poly Styrene, who has been a true fighter, won her battle [...]

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09:03 on April 26 2011

X-Ray Spex's Poly Styrene dies of cancer

NME — Singer passes away aged 53 more info
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13:06 on April 26 2011

RIP Poly Styrene

Stereogum — Legendary London-born X-Ray Spex vocalist Poly Styrene, aka Marianne Elliot Said, has died at the age of 53 after a battle with breast cancer (it spread to her spine and ... more info
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09:32 on April 26 2011

Culture Club - Punk Icon Poly Styrene Dies

ContactMusic — Punk icon Poly Styrene has died at the age of 53. The X-Ray Spex singer - real name Marian Joan Elliott-Said - lost her battle with breast cancer last night (25. 04... more info
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12:12 on April 26 2011

X-Ray Spex singer Poly Styrene dies aged 53

The Telegraph — Female punk icon loses battle with cancer. more info
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