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Cilla's family say No.1 album is 'perfect' tribute

A day after her funeral, Cilla Black has her first chart topping album Credit: PA

Cilla Black has achieved her first ever official chart topping album in what her family have called a 'perfect' tribute. The album called 'The Very Best Of' went to No.1 the day after stars and family gathered in Liverpool for the 72 year old's funeral.

"We have all been touched by the public's outpouring of love for our mother this week, and now to give her a number one album today is absolutely perfect. Thank you!"

– Cilla Black's family statement
Her new hit album follows Cilla Black's funeral in Liverpool Credit: itv news

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