Christine McVie of the Fleetwood Mac is passed away at 76.

Christine McVie as a Singer

Christine McVie, the singer-songwriter behind many of Fleetwood Mac’s biggest hits, died on Wednesday following an illness of short duration, per a statement shared by her family through her official Instagram account.

She was 79 years old.

Christine McVie’s family

“On behalf of Christine McVie’s family, we are saddened by the loss of Christine McVie’s family.” A sorrowful heart that we inform you that Christine passed away. She died peacefully in the hospital this morning, Wednesday, November 30, 2022, due to “a brief illness,” according to the announcement. “She was with the rest with her loved ones.”

The declaration continued to include: “We kindly ask that you respect the family’s privacy during this difficult time.” “We want to encourage everyone to remember Christine and cherish the memory of a remarkable human being and a revered musician loved by everyone.”

Fleetwood Mac paid tribute to McVie in a post on their website that was also shared on her Instagram account.

“There can be no words that can express our sorrow over the loss of Christine McVie,” the band’s statement read. She was a one-of-a-kind, outstanding, and extraordinarily gifted person. “She was unique, exceptional, and gifted beyond all measure. She was the most talented musician you could ever be in their band and the most dependable friend one could ever have in their lives.”

Early life of Christine McVie

The singer was born in Greenodd in the United Kingdom, to a father who was a music instructor. McVie was a classically trained musician who sang under the name Christine Perfect with the British group Chicken Shack in the late 1960s.

She joined forces with Fleetwood Mac after marrying its bassist, John McVie, when the group was under the guidance of the guitarist and the band’s founder Peter Green.

“Chicken Shack was a regular venue for [Fleetwood Mac],” she told The Guardian in June 2022. “I met John and was in love with his music, which was amazing and thrilling. Fleetwood Mac was fantastic and hilarious.”

The group underwent several member changes before Stevie Nicks, and Lindsey Buckingham joined in 1974. The band exploded into superstardom.

McVie has written and performed several of their hit songs, including “Don’t Stop,” Over My Head,” You Make Love,” as well as “Say You Love Me.”

Fleetwood Mac underwent some instability as a result of both the dissolution of the McVies marriage and Buckingham and Nicks their relationships.

Buckingham chose to walk away from the group and start a new venture in 1987. Then came Nicks, who left in the year 1990.

McVie has also gone solo and released an album of her solo works earlier in the year titled “Songbird (A Solo collection).”

Although the group’s interpersonal tensions, their musical connection was evident, and eventually, they reunited.

“I wanted to love living within the English countryside and not need to trundle along on the roads. When I came to Kent, I enjoyed walking through the streets without knowing what I was. It was then that I began to feel sad,” McVie told The Guardian about her break of 16 years with Fleetwood Mac. “I phoned Mick and asked him, “What would you think of my return to the group? He called everyone, and we had a group meeting on the phone, and they all said, “Come to the party! I felt renewed and felt inspired to write again.”

In 1998, Fleetwood Mac was given a spot in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

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Tributes to McVie were abounding on Twitter on Wednesday.

Fleetwood Mac stated in their statement that they were “very privileged to spend a life with Christine.” “Individually and as a group, we loved Christine deeply and are so grateful for our incredible memories.” “She will be deeply loved.”

Nicks has also shared the handwritten note she wrote to her friend on Instagram, along with photos of herself and McVie. “A few hours ago, I learned that my closest buddy on earth since January 1, 1975, had passed away and died. I had no idea she was sick until late on Saturday night.”

Nicks told her that since finding out about McVie’s condition, the music “Hallelujah” from Haim, an emo ballad about loss and friendship, had been “swirling all around” in her brain. “I thought I could have the opportunity to play it with her, and I’m singing it to her right now.”

Ann Wilson, of the Heart, the band’s singer Heart Ann Wilson, of the band Heart told CNN in an interview that Christine was “an absolute gem.” classy, sophisticated, and a stunning songwriter. “Over My Head” was always my most sultry and gorgeous favorite. Bon voyage, sweet soul!”

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The Twitter account of the rock group Garbage expressed their gratitude by posting: “Gutted to learn about the death of Christine McVie. It was a real shock. Songbird forever.”

The Eagles posted on Facebook that they were “deeply sorrowful” by the news of McVie’s death. Her melodies were “a homage for the entire globe,” and she was a “vibrant passionate spirit.”

“We were awestruck and reverent toward Christine,” their statement reads. “We convey our deepest condolences to her family members, bandmates, and her fan base of thousands.”

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