Sinéad O'Connor Dead at 56

The music world is mourning the loss of a superstar.

Sinéad O'Connor, the singer whose music career spanned over 10 studio albums, one of which included the 1990 cover of the hit single, "Nothing Compares 2 U," died on July 26 at the age of 56, her family confirmed to Irish broadcaster RTE.

"It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Sinéad," their statement read. "Her family and friends are devastated and have requested privacy at this very difficult time."

Her cause of death has not been shared.

The singer's death comes more than one year after the passing of her 17-year-old son, Shane, who died after being reported missi…