LOS ANGELES—Canadian singer and songwriter Leonard Cohen passed away at the age of 82, on Monday, November 7.
Details have yet to be released, however, his biographer Sylvie Simmons told the Washington Post that Cohen died at his Los Angeles home.
His death was not publicly announced until Thursday, November 10. Sony Music Canada made the announcement on Cohen’s Facebook page.
“It is with profound sorrow we report that legendary poet, songwriter, and artist, Leonard Cohen has passed away. We have lost one of music’s most revered and prolific visionaries,” the Facebook post read.
Cohen was a renowned lyrcist, singer, and poet. He began his career as a writer in his home country of Canada before moving to the United States in the 1960s to become a folk musician. He garnered the respect and praise of many with songs such as “Hallelujah,” “Suzanne,” and “Bird on the Wire.”
Cohen’s son told Rolling Stone magazine: “My father passed away peacefully at his home in Los Angeles with the knowledge that he had completed what he felt was one of his greatest records. He was writing up until his last moments with his unique brand of humor.”
He just released his new studio album, “You Want It Darker” on October 21. Cohen’s manager Robert Kory released a statement where he said that Cohen’s creativity was “unmatched” and he will be “solely missed.”
“I was blessed to call him a friend, and for me to serve that bold artistic spirit first hand was a privilege and a great gift,” said Kory. “He leaves behind a legacy of work that will bring insight, inspiration and healing for generations to come.”
A memorial service will be held in Los Angeles at a later date. Cohen is survived by his 2 children and 2 grandchildren.
