Chrissy Amphlett, lead singer of Australian band Divinyls, passed away today, Monday 22 April, aged 53.
‘Our beloved Chrissy peacefully passed this afternoon,’ said her husband of 14 years, former Divinyls drummer Charley Drayton, in a statement released by the Australian Recording Industry Association.
‘Christine Joy Amphlett succumbed to the effects of breast cancer and multiple sclerosis, diseases she vigorously fought with exceptional bravery and dignity. She passed gently, in her sleep, surrounded by close friends and family, including husband of fourteen years, musician Charley Drayton; her sister, Leigh; nephew, Matt; and cousin Patricia Amphlett (‘Little Pattie’).
