Sydney, Australia, 17 November 2024* – Tragic news has just emerged from the world of rock music: two of the most iconic members of AC/DC, guitarist Angus Young and drummer Phil Rudd, have tragically lost their lives in a plane crash earlier today. The devastating incident occurred as the two were traveling aboard a private jet, which reportedly went down shortly after takeoff from Sydney International Airport.
Details remain scarce, but sources confirm that the plane, a small private aircraft, crashed in a remote area near the outskirts of the city. Emergency services responded immediately, but it is with deep sorrow that authorities have confirmed there were no survivors. The cause of the crash is currently under investigation.
Angus Young, the band’s legendary lead guitarist and driving force behind AC/DC’s electrifying sound, and Phil Rudd, the hard-hitting drummer who helped define the band’s rhythm section, were both aboard the ill-fated flight. The pair, who were central to the band’s rise to global stardom, were returning from a private meeting to discuss the band’s future.
Fans worldwide are in shock as the news spreads across social media, with tributes pouring in for the two rock icons. AC/DC’s official accounts have yet to release an official statement, but the devastation is palpable among the band’s millions of devoted fans.
Angus Young, the last remaining member of the original lineup, was widely regarded as one of the most influential guitarists in rock history. His signature schoolboy outfit and high-energy performances made AC/DC one of the most successful and enduring bands in music history. The band’s sound, a unique blend of hard rock and boogie, helped define the genre for d
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