The Irish musician was in London for a short recording session when she died suddenly.
Her publicist confirmed the sad news in a statement which read: "The lead singer with the Irish band The Cranberries was in London for a short recording session. No further details are available at this time.
"Family members are devastated to hear the breaking news and have requested privacy at this very difficult time."
Dolores was best known for leading the rock band The Cranberries to worldwide success for thirteen years.
The chart-topping band consisted of Dolores, guitarist Noel Hogan, bassist Mike Hogan and drummer Fergal Lawler.
They rose to international fame in the 1990s and released five albums before taking a break in 2003, but soon reunited six years later.
Dolores was well known for her mezzo-soprano voice, Limerick accent and for yodelling.
In May 2016, Dolores announced she had been diagnosed with bipolar disorder following an altercation on a transatlantic flight two years prior.
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Dolores O’Riordan led The Cranberries to international success
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The Cranberries rose to international fame in the 1990s
She avoided criminal conviction but was fined €6,000 (£4,690) for head-butting and spitting at a police officer following an alleged air rage incident.
And just last year, The Cranberries were forced to cancel their US and European tour dates due to Dolores citing back problems.
The Irish star had three children; Taylor Baxter, 20, Molly Leigh, 17, and Dakota Rain, 13, with ex-husband Don Burton.
Dolores tied the knot with the former tour manager of Duran Duran in 1994 but the pair split after 20-years of marriage in 2014.
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Dolores O’Riordan was known for her Limerick accent
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Dolores O’Riordan was diagnosed with bipolar disorder
Last year, the singer opened up about her love for her offspring and admitted the break from The Cranberries was the “best time” of her life.
“The best time in my life was the years spent at home with my family. I love being a mum. My kids don’t see me as a famous person, or have any kind of expectation; I’m just their mum,” she told Irish News.
But the successful musician did confess it hadn’t been an easy ride growing up in the public eye.
She continued: “There have been times when I’ve struggled. The death of my father and mother-in-law was very hard.
Dolores O’Riordan and Don Burton split in 2014 after 20 years of marriage
“Looking back, I think depression, whatever the cause, is one of the worst things to go through. Then again, I’ve also had a lot of joy in my life, especially with my children. You get ups as well as downs. Sure isn’t that what life’s all about?”
Irish band Kodaline were the first to pay tribute to Dolores and wrote about their fond memories of touring with the singer on Twitter.
They wrote: “Absolutely shocked to hear about the passing of Dolores O'Riordan! @The_Cranberries gave us our first big support when we toured with them around France years ago! Thoughts are with her family and friends.”
The Irish musician was in London for a short recording session when she died suddenly.
Her publicist confirmed the sad news in a statement which read: "The lead singer with the Irish band The Cranberries was in London for a short recording session. No further details are available at this time.
"Family members are devastated to hear the breaking news and have requested privacy at this very difficult time."
Dolores was best known for leading the rock band The Cranberries to worldwide success for thirteen years.
The chart-topping band consisted of Dolores, guitarist Noel Hogan, bassist Mike Hogan and drummer Fergal Lawler.
They rose to international fame in the 1990s and released five albums before taking a break in 2003, but soon reunited six years later.
Dolores was well known for her mezzo-soprano voice, Limerick accent and for yodelling.
In May 2016, Dolores announced she had been diagnosed with bipolar disorder following an altercation on a transatlantic flight two years prior.
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Dolores O’Riordan led The Cranberries to international success
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The Cranberries rose to international fame in the 1990s
She avoided criminal conviction but was fined €6,000 (£4,690) for head-butting and spitting at a police officer following an alleged air rage incident.
And just last year, The Cranberries were forced to cancel their US and European tour dates due to Dolores citing back problems.
The Irish star had three children; Taylor Baxter, 20, Molly Leigh, 17, and Dakota Rain, 13, with ex-husband Don Burton.
Dolores tied the knot with the former tour manager of Duran Duran in 1994 but the pair split after 20-years of marriage in 2014.
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Dolores O’Riordan was known for her Limerick accent
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Dolores O’Riordan was diagnosed with bipolar disorder
Last year, the singer opened up about her love for her offspring and admitted the break from The Cranberries was the “best time” of her life.
“The best time in my life was the years spent at home with my family. I love being a mum. My kids don’t see me as a famous person, or have any kind of expectation; I’m just their mum,” she told Irish News.
But the successful musician did confess it hadn’t been an easy ride growing up in the public eye.
She continued: “There have been times when I’ve struggled. The death of my father and mother-in-law was very hard.
Dolores O’Riordan and Don Burton split in 2014 after 20 years of marriage
“Looking back, I think depression, whatever the cause, is one of the worst things to go through. Then again, I’ve also had a lot of joy in my life, especially with my children. You get ups as well as downs. Sure isn’t that what life’s all about?”
Irish band Kodaline were the first to pay tribute to Dolores and wrote about their fond memories of touring with the singer on Twitter.
They wrote: “Absolutely shocked to hear about the passing of Dolores O'Riordan! @The_Cranberries gave us our first big support when we toured with them around France years ago! Thoughts are with her family and friends.”
The Irish musician was in London for a short recording session when she died suddenly.
Her publicist confirmed the sad news in a statement which read: "The lead singer with the Irish band The Cranberries was in London for a short recording session. No further details are available at this time.
"Family members are devastated to hear the breaking news and have requested privacy at this very difficult time."
Dolores was best known for leading the rock band The Cranberries to worldwide success for thirteen years.
The chart-topping band consisted of Dolores, guitarist Noel Hogan, bassist Mike Hogan and drummer Fergal Lawler.
They rose to international fame in the 1990s and released five albums before taking a break in 2003, but soon reunited six years later.
Dolores was well known for her mezzo-soprano voice, Limerick accent and for yodelling.
In May 2016, Dolores announced she had been diagnosed with bipolar disorder following an altercation on a transatlantic flight two years prior.
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Dolores O’Riordan led The Cranberries to international success
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The Cranberries rose to international fame in the 1990s
She avoided criminal conviction but was fined €6,000 (£4,690) for head-butting and spitting at a police officer following an alleged air rage incident.
And just last year, The Cranberries were forced to cancel their US and European tour dates due to Dolores citing back problems.
The Irish star had three children; Taylor Baxter, 20, Molly Leigh, 17, and Dakota Rain, 13, with ex-husband Don Burton.
Dolores tied the knot with the former tour manager of Duran Duran in 1994 but the pair split after 20-years of marriage in 2014.
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Dolores O’Riordan was known for her Limerick accent
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Dolores O’Riordan was diagnosed with bipolar disorder
Last year, the singer opened up about her love for her offspring and admitted the break from The Cranberries was the “best time” of her life.
“The best time in my life was the years spent at home with my family. I love being a mum. My kids don’t see me as a famous person, or have any kind of expectation; I’m just their mum,” she told Irish News.
But the successful musician did confess it hadn’t been an easy ride growing up in the public eye.
She continued: “There have been times when I’ve struggled. The death of my father and mother-in-law was very hard.
Dolores O’Riordan and Don Burton split in 2014 after 20 years of marriage
“Looking back, I think depression, whatever the cause, is one of the worst things to go through. Then again, I’ve also had a lot of joy in my life, especially with my children. You get ups as well as downs. Sure isn’t that what life’s all about?”
Irish band Kodaline were the first to pay tribute to Dolores and wrote about their fond memories of touring with the singer on Twitter.
They wrote: “Absolutely shocked to hear about the passing of Dolores O'Riordan! @The_Cranberries gave us our first big support when we toured with them around France years ago! Thoughts are with her family and friends.”
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