“Sir George Martin, the composer and producer dubbed “The Fifth Beatle” for the major role he played in bringing The Fab Four to global prominence in the 1960s, has died aged 90.
“Beatles drummer Ringo Starr was first to mourn the producer’s passing on social media.
“The news was later confirmed by the Universal Music Group and Martin’s management firm.
“”We can confirm that Sir George Martin passed away peacefully at home yesterday evening,” Adam Sharp, of CA Management, said in a statement.
“”The family would like to thank everyone for their thoughts, prayers and messages of support.””
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