Singer-Songwriter Daniel Johnston Dies at 58

Singer-Songwriter Daniel Johnston Dies at 58
US artist Daniel Johnston performs in Bourges, during the 34th edition of Le Printemps De Bourges rock pop festival, on April 17, 2010. ALAIN JOCARD/AFP/Getty Images
Paula Liu
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The singer-songwriter Daniel Johnston passed away at the age of 58 on Sept. 11, according to multiple reports.

Dick Johnston, Daniel Johnston’s brother, wrote on his Facebook regarding his brother’s death and confirmed that his brother died of “natural causes” in his home, which was located near Houston, Texas. In the post, Dick Johnston said that the singer-songwriter had been visiting the hospital frequently during the six months before his passing.