On Wednesday, the family of the Irish singer confirmed her passing.
The London Inner South Coroner’s Court has announced that an autopsy will be conducted for Sinéad O’Connor, the 56-year-old musician who was found “unresponsive” at a residence in London. No medical cause of death was provided in the initial report. The coroner directed the autopsy to determine the cause of death, but the results may take several weeks to be available. Depending on the autopsy findings and family submissions, a decision will be made regarding the need for an inquest.
On Wednesday, the family of the Irish singer confirmed her passing. Sinéad O’Connor, known for her iconic hits like “Nothing Compares 2 U,” had a complex legacy, marked by her outspoken dedication to various social issues and struggles with mental health. The news of her death was initially reported by The Irish Times, and her family released a statement to RTE and the BBC, expressing their deep sadness and requesting privacy during this challenging period. As of the report, there has been no immediate response from Sinéad O’Connor’s representative to PEOPLE’s request for comment.
On Thursday, a spokesperson from Scotland Yard confirmed to PEOPLE that a 56-year-old woman was found deceased at a property in south London the day before. The Metropolitan Police received a call at 11:18hrs on Wednesday, 26 July, regarding an unresponsive woman at a residential address in the SE24 area. The police have already informed the next of kin, and the spokesperson stated that the death is not being treated as suspicious.
After the news of Sinéad O’Connor’s passing became public, numerous artists from the entertainment world took to social media to remember her impact in music and beyond.
Singer Bryan Adams paid his respects by sharing a heartfelt tribute on Twitter, reminiscing about their time working together. He also expressed his love and condolences to O’Connor’s family.
Diane Warren reacted to the sad news by sharing a link to O’Connor’s iconic music video for “Nothing Compares 2 U” on Twitter. The renowned songwriter expressed her sorrow and paid tribute to O’Connor’s powerful voice and presence.
Melissa Etheridge also took to Twitter to express her feelings about the tragedy, emphasizing the immense loss and recognizing O’Connor’s lifelong struggles. Etheridge recounted their first meeting at the Grammy show and praised O’Connor’s exceptional talent.
The passing of Sinéad O’Connor deeply touched and resonated with artists worldwide, prompting them to honor her memory and contributions through their social media tributes.