John Walker dies

John Walker of '60s pop group The Walker Brothers has died.
The musician passed away following a battle with liver cancer.
An official statement on Walker's website read: "It is with our deepest sadness to report that Mr John Walker passed away in his Los Angeles area home on May 7, 2011. 
"He was a beloved husband, brother, father, grandfather, friend and artiste."
Born John Maus in New York City, Walker first started acting and appearing on talent shows as a child. 
He formed The Walker Brothers in 1964 alongside Scott Engel and Gary Leeds, who also took the surname Walker professionally.
The group topped the UK charts twice in the 1960s with 'Make It Easy On Yourself' and 'The Sun Ain't Gonna Shine Anymore'.
Writing on his official website, Gary Walker said: "It's a very sad fay for John's family, myself and all of our many fans.
"John was the founder member of the group and lead singer in the early days... He was a compassionate songwriter and a gentleman with lots of style."