FANS are mourning the death of beloved Argentine singer Diego Verdaguer aged 70 from Covid-19. Verdaguer’s family confirmed the singer’s death in a statement on social media. Avalon.redArgentine singer Diego Verdaguer has died aged 70 from Covid-19[/caption] His wife Amanda Miguel wrote on Instagram: “With absolute sadness, we regret to inform the public and friends, that our dear Diego today left his beautiful body, to continue his path and creativity in another form of eternal life. “The whole family is immersed in this pain, so we appreciate your understanding in these difficult times.” The Argentine icon reportedly fell ill with Covid in December and had to be hospitalised, according to DW. Two hours before his death, Verdaguer took to Twitter to thank his wife of 47 years. “I will never get tired of dedicating it to you! You are and will be the thief who stole my heart @amandamiguels,” he wrote. Verdaguer died on Thursday in Los Angeles, California and is expected to be cremated. Born Miguel Atilio Boccadoro Hernández, Derdaguer was born in Buenos Aires on April 26, 1951 and had both Argentinian and Mexican citizenships. He entered the music scene at 17 and rocketed to fame years later with hits like Chiquilla, Pájaro que ate, voló, Volveré, La Ladrona. He was known for playing the trumpet and bandoneon and received multiple awards throughout his 50-year career, including one from the Mexican Society of Authors and Composers. Tributes have been pouring for the beloved singer. Mexican musician Lucero said Verdaguer’s legacy would live on as she paid tribute to his career. “My heart is braking at this devastating news,” said Sofia Milos. “Rest In Peace my friend Diego.”