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Beatles star John Lennon's first wife Cynthia dies

Late Beatles star John Lennon's first wife Cynthia has died, aged 75. In a statement posted on her son's Julian's website, her family said she died at her home in Mallorca following a battle with cancer.

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Cynthia Lennon died after 'short battle with cancer'

John Lennon's first wife Cynthia has died at the age of 75. Credit: PA / PA Archive

John Lennon's first wife Cynthia has died at the age of 75.

A message on her son Julian's website said she died "following a short but brave battle with cancer".

It said: "Her son Julian Lennon was at her bedside throughout. The family are thankful for your prayers.

"Please respect their privacy at this difficult time."

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