"Steve Harley, Lead Singer of Cockney Rebel, Passes Away at 73"
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Steve Harley, the vocalist for the British glam rock band Cockney Rebel and known for their hit "Make Me Smile (Come Up and See Me)," has passed away at the age of 73. He had recently revealed that he was undergoing treatment for cancer and had announced his retirement from touring in 2024. The band's iconic song "Make Me Smile" was a Number One hit in the U.K. and has been covered by numerous artists. Harley's family confirmed his peaceful passing at home in Suffolk, England, surrounded by loved ones.
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