Vera Lynn Died. K. soldiers and civilians during World War II, has died. Prime Minister Boris Johnson wrote: "Dame Vera Lynn's charm and magical voice.
Key points The World War II forces sweetheart was famous for songs such as We'll Meet Again. One of the UK's most beloved singers with a career spanning over half a century died on Thursday, with tributes from some of the world's top organisations. She began performing at the age of seven, and from the age of eighteen, Lynn began performing with orchestras.
The family of World War II forces sweetheart Vera Lynn says she has died.
Vera Lynn with medal of the Member of the Order of the Companions of Honour at her home Credit: PA:Press Association.
The Forces' Sweetheart, who lived in Ditchling, East Sussex, passed away surrounded by her close family, relatives said. Key points The World War II forces sweetheart was famous for songs such as We'll Meet Again. She began performing at the age of seven, and from the age of eighteen, Lynn began performing with orchestras.