So long Marie

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Roxette star Marie Fredriksson dies aged 61 after a 17-year battle with brain cancer

    The Swedish star co-formed pop duo Roxette with Per Gessle in 1986   
    The band sold around 75m records worldwide, and recorded 10 studio albums
    Marie passed away in hospital on Monday morning 
    She was first diagnosed with a brain tumour in 2002 after collapsing at home
    Following months of radiation and chemotherapy, Marie was left blind in one eye and with limited hearing - she was also unable to speak for months afterwards
    In 2005, Marie said she was feeling healthy and no longer required treatment
    Three years ago, Marie was forced to cancel the band's tour following doctor's orders
    The singer is survived by husband Mikael Bolyos and their two children, daughter Inez Josefin, 26, and son Oscar, 23