Don Everly of iconic country rock duo The Everly Brothers dies aged 84

Don Everly, of rock’n’roll duo The Everly Brothers, has died aged 84.

A spokesperson for the singer’s family confirmed his death to the Los Angeles Times, stating that he had died at his home in Nashville on Saturday (21 August).

The family’s statement read: “Don lived by what he felt in his heart. Don expressed his appreciation for the ability to live his dreams … with his soulmate and wife, Adela, and sharing the music that made him an Everly Brother.”