The music producer and singer
SOPHIE
died at dawn this Saturday at the age of 34 in Athens, after a sudden accident at home, according to her work team.
"It is with deep sadness that I have to inform you that SOPHIE passed away this morning around 4 am in Athens, where the artist had been living, after a sudden accident," said a statement.
"At this time the respect and privacy of the family is our priority. We also ask for respect for their fans and that the news be treated with sensitivity," he added.
"Sophie was a pioneer of a new sound, one of the most influential artists of the last decade. Not only because of her ingenious productions and her creativity, but because of the message and visibility she achieved. An icon of liberation," reported her team. of collaborators.
In another statement from the family it is noted, "Tragically, our beautiful Sophie passed away this morning after a terrible accident."
"True to his spirituality, he had gone up to see the full moon and accidentally slipped and fell," the statement continued.
"She will always be here with us. The family thanks everyone for their love and support and requests privacy at this devastating time."
The artist, who had remained in the background until a couple of years ago despite her successful collaborations with
Madonna
on 'Bitch, I'm Madonna',
Lady Gaga
on the album 'Chromatica' or
Charli XCX
, launched her solo career in 2018 with her first album titled 'Oil of Every Pearl's Un-Insides', which was marked by her transgender identity.
This earned him a Grammy nomination in the category of Best Dance / Electronic Album and many rave reviews from both other musicians and the public.
A year earlier, she had decided to present herself to the world for what she was, a transsexual woman and an aspiring popstar who achieved critical acclaim with her first job.
SOPHIE opened up about gender identity during a 2018 interview with 'Paper Magazine'.
"It means that you are not a mother or father, you are an individual who looks at the world and feels it. And in some way, I think it is more human and universal," he declared on that occasion.
On the sad news, singer
Sam Smith
wrote, "A true visionary and icon of our generation. His light will continue to inspire many for generations to come. Thinking of SOPHIE's family and friends at this difficult time."
For her part,
Aquaria
, winner of season 10 of 'RuPaul's Drag Race' commented, "SOPHIE's immense talent, influence and existence will never be forgotten. Thank you for everything."
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