British rock guitarist and 'Game of Thrones' star Wilko Johnson dies at 75

British rock guitarist and "Game of Thrones" star Wilko Johnson has died at 75.

The multi-talented musician passed away at his home on Monday, Nov, 21, according to a statement posted to his social media.

The statement reads: "This is the announcement we never wanted to make, and we do so with a very heavy heart: Wilko Johnson has died.

"Thank you for respecting the family’s privacy at this very sad time. RIP Wilko Johnson."

Johnson’s official cause of death has not been revealed but he was open about his previous battle with pancreatic cancer.

Johnson was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2013 and was told he had 10 months to live after choosing not to go through chemotherapy. A year later, he was declared cancer free following an 11-hour operation that removed a huge tumor.

British rock guitarist and 'Game of Thrones' star Wilko Johnson dies at 75 (lindaikejisblog.com)

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