Nigerian-British Grammy-winning singer and songwriter, Mark Olayinka, professionally known as Talay Riley, dies at age 35 after a fatal stabbing.
The tragic incident occurred on Friday June 5 at around 9 A.M on Pankhurst Avenue, Silverton, East London. Emergency responders discovered him with severe stab wounds in a nearby garden on Rayleigh road. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Throughout his career, Riley wrote and contributed to chart-topping hits for major international artists, including Chipmunk’s UK number-one single “Oopsy Daisy” and tracks for Dua Lipa, Usher, and Britney Spears.
His sudden passing triggered an outpouring of tributes around the globe, as the family remembered Riley not only for his professional accomplishments, but also for his character.
Riley was a highly acclaimed musical talent in the UK grime and R&B scenes.
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