Legendary singer SP Balasubramanyam passes away

Chennai: Noted playback singer S P Balasubrahmanyam, 74, who swayed the masses and classes with his versatile songs, passed away at a private hospital at 1.04pm in Chennai on Friday.

SPB, as he is popularly known, was undergoing treatment following symptoms of COVID-19 at MGM Healthcare, Chennai, since August 5.

The six-time national award winner's condition deteriorated on Thursday night following which he was put on life supporting system.

He is survived by wife Savitri, daughter Pallavi and son S P Charan.