Legendary singer SP Balasubramanyam, aged 74, breathed his last today. He was in hospital for nearly two months after being diagnosed with COVID-19 in August. He tested negative on September 13.
Legendary singer SP Balasubramanyam aka SPB breathed his last today due to illness. He was 74. In the first week of August, SPB tested Positive for the novel Coronavirus. Since it was a mild case of COVID-19, SPB was asked to quarantine himself at home. He chose to get himself hospitalized as his family members were concerned. His condition deteriorated on September 23 and he was deemed extremely critical.
His son SP Charanm addressed the media and said, "my dad breathed his last at 1:04. Thank you everyone for your prayers. My dad will live long till his fans remember him."
SPB is survived by wife Savitri and his two children - daughter Pallavi and son SP Charan. His last rites will be performed by his son, Charan.
After testing positive for the novel coronavirus, SPB was in good condition till August 13. His condition worsened that night after which he was put on ventilator. For over a month, he was on ECMO and ventilator support. On September 13, he tested negative for the novel coronavirus.
SPB's ultimately demise has come as a huge shock for the South film industry. Celebrities and fans are shocked to know that the singer with an infectious smile is no more. They have been taking to social media to share their grief.