Rod Stewart has announced his brother Bob has died – just two months after losing his other brother Don.
The 77-year-old singer took to Instagram on Wednesday to confirm the sad news and said Bob passed away Tuesday night.
Rod also referenced Don in his heartfelt post, writing, “It is with great sadness that I announce the loss of my brother Bob last night, who is joining my brother Don on the big soccer field in heaven.
Tragedy: Rod Stewart has revealed his brother Bob has died – just two months after losing his other brother Don
I lost two of my best friends in two months. RIP Don and Bob ‘Irreplaceable Sidekick ‘Sir Rod Stewart’.
Rod was inundated with condolences from his followers, with Piers Morgan writing: “How sad… Deepest condolences to you all. RIP Bob.’
Another fan wrote: “So very sorry for your loss. Heartfelt condolences to you and your family.”
It comes after Rod revealed in September that his brother Don died aged 94, just 48 hours before the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
Statement: The singer, 77, took to Instagram on Wednesday to confirm the sad news and said Bob passed away Tuesday night
The singer shared a heartfelt statement paying tribute to the late monarch and his brother.
Rod wrote: “It’s been a devastating 48 hours. We lost my brother Don on Tuesday at the age of 94 and today we all lost Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at the age of 96.
“The Queen has been an unwavering presence and a great unifier throughout my life. A shining star that will never fade in our hearts and souls.’
Family: Rod Stewart has announced that his older brother Don (second from right) died on Tuesday at the age of 94, just 48 hours before the death of Queen Elizabeth II – pictured in 2004
Sending his well wishes to the royal family, Rod also spoke about what an honor it was to perform at the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in June.
“What a privilege it was to perform for her. My deepest condolences to the royal family. God save the king.’
Rod was inundated with condolences from his fans, with one writing: “So sorry to hear about your brother, I can only imagine how heartbreaking this is. And she was an amazing queen, my heart goes out to all of England and to her family too.
Rod wrote: “It’s been a devastating 48 hours. We lost my brother Don on Tuesday at 94 and today we all lost Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at 96.
Tribute: Rod sent his well wishes to the royal family and also spoke about what an honor it was to perform at the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in June (pictured in 2016)
Another said: “So sorry to hear of the loss of your dear brother Don Sir Rod… The Queen will be sorely missed. In your words, a shining star that will never fade in our hearts and souls.’
One fan added, “I’m so sorry for your loss,” while another added, “Thinking of you and your family.”
The Queen’s son Charles, the former Prince of Wales, is now King Charles III as the world mourns the loss of his mother, Britain’s longest reigning monarch.
All of Her Majesty’s children had rushed to Balmoral on Thursday after doctors “concerned” about their health. Hours later she died surrounded by her family.
Her death was confirmed at 6:30 p.m. Thursday. A Buckingham Palace spokesman said: “The Queen died peacefully in Balmoral this afternoon. The King and Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral tonight and return to London tomorrow.
Honour: Rod took the stage at the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in June
The Queen’s death will see Britain and its Commonwealth realms enter a ten-day period of mourning while millions of her subjects in the UK and abroad come to terms with her death.
And while her son ascends the throne, there will also be a celebration of her historic 70-year reign, during which time she achieved her platinum jubilee this year – a milestone unlikely to be repeated by any British monarch.
Charles, the King, said: “The death of my beloved mother, Her Majesty the Queen, is a moment of greatest sadness for me and all members of my family.
“We deeply mourn the passing of a cherished sovereign and a beloved mother. I know their loss will be deeply felt across the land, in the rich and in the Commonwealth, and by countless people around the world.
“During this time of sorrow and change, my family and I are comforted and strengthened by our knowledge of the respect and deep affection that was so widespread for the Queen.”
Mourning: The Queen’s death will see Britain and its Commonwealth realms enter a ten-day period of mourning while millions of her subjects in the UK and abroad come to terms with her death