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Avicii's Family Confirmed the DJ Died by Suicide

Swedish DJ Avicii, whose real name is Tim Bergling, was found dead in Muscat, Oman, on last Friday. His family has confirmed the the famed DJ’s death at the age of 28 was suicide.
The family released a statement about their late son on Thursday saying, “he struggled with life and “could not go on any longer.”“could not go on any longer” and “he wanted to find peace”.
On Saturday, thousands gathered in Stockholm to remember him. After a minute’s silence, his most popular tracks were played and fans danced and sang.
Earlier this week, Bergling’s family thanked his fans for their support in the days after his death when tributes poured in from them and the music industry.
In their first comment on his death, the cause of which has not been disclosed, the family said: “He really struggled with thoughts about Meaning, Life, Happiness. He could not go on any longer. He wanted to find peace.”
Bergling’s family described the DJ and producer, who scored huge worldwide hits with Wake Me Up and Levels, as fragile and an “over-achieving perfectionist” in the second statement they have released this week.
“Our beloved Tim was a seeker, a fragile artistic soul searching for answers to existential questions. An over-achieving perfectionist who travelled and worked hard at a pace that led to extreme stress. When he stopped touring, he wanted to find a balance in life, to be happy and be able to do what he loved most: music.
“Tim was not made for the business machine he found himself in; he was a sensitive guy who loved his fans but shunned the spotlight. Tim, you will forever be loved and sadly missed. The person you were and your music will keep your memory alive.”
>Juthy Saha

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