Jazz musician George Melly has died at his London home aged 80, his wife Diana has confirmed.
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Melly was diagnosed with dementia earlier this year. Two years ago he was also discovered to have lung cancer.
Born in Liverpool in 1928, Melly made his name in the jazz trad scene singing with Mick Mulligan's band in the late 40s and 50s
In the 60s he changed careers becoming one of the UK's most respected critics, often writing about film and TV.
Despite suffering health problems, he had continued to be active in music and writing.
He leaves behind his wife Diana, who he married in 1963, his son Tom, his daughter Pandora, his step-daughter Candy and four grandchildren.
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