According to numerous sources, Sinead O'Connor, who rose to fame internationally in 1990 after covering Prince's "Nothing Compares 2 U," has passed away at the age of 56. The news was initially reported by The Irish Times. As of yet, no cause of death has been given.
"It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Sinéad," her family said in a statement to RTE. Her family and friends are inconsolable and have asked for privacy during this extremely trying time.
O'Connor, who was born in Glenageary, Ireland, in 1966, rose to prominence as one of the nation's most well-known performers, joining U2, Enya, and The Cranberries in the '80s and '90s as global superstars.