Chris Murphy, successful Australian music manager best known for managing the career of Aussie rock band INXS, has died aged 66.
The Daily Telegraph reports that Murphy, who had been INXS' manager since 1980, was diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer before Christmas.
"It is with great sadness that Caroline Murphy and family confirm that Christopher (CM) Mark Murphy, chairman of Murphy Petrol Group has today passed away peacefully at his beloved Ballina property 'Sugar Beach Ranch' surrounded by his family," read a statement from his management company, Murphy Petrol Group.
"CM celebrated an illustrious career over 40 years and made an incredible impact on the global music and entertainment industry. Best known for taking his 'band of brothers' INXS to worldwide stardom, CM Murphy influenced the lives of many around the globe with his endless passion and drive. He will be greatly missed."
The members of INXS also released a statement: "It is with great sadness that the remaining members of INXS mourn the passing of our brother, Chris Murphy. Without Chris's vision, passion and hard work, the INXS story would be totally different. Chris's star burned very bright and we celebrate a life well lived and send all our love to his family."
