Cork singer passes away following road collision

Singer Black died in hospital earlier today.

Singer Black has died in hospital, sixteen days after a road accident in the county. 

The 53 year old - whose real name was Colin Vearncombe - had been travelling to Cork airport from his Schull home when the crash happened.

He had been in a critical condition in hospital, and passed away earlier today according to his official Facebook page.

Black had a number of hits, most notably "Wonderful Life" in 1987.
 

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