LOVE AFFAIR FRONTMAN STEVE ELLIS DIES AGED 76

Steve Ellis, who fronted the rock band Love Affair, has died at the age of 76. A statement posted online said he died "following complications from a chronic illness" on the evening of 30 October 2026, in the presence of his loved ones. The statement read: "Dear Friends, It's with a heavy heart that we share the news of Steve's passing. After complications from a chronic illness, Steve peacefully left the world on the evening of October 30, 2026, in the presence of his loved ones." Tributes have followed from musicians and broadcasters who worked with him.

Ellis fronted Love Affair in the late 1960s, when the band became known for their single Everlasting Love. Released in 1967, the track took the number one chart position from The Beatles' Hello Goodbye. The group also had chart success with A Day Without Love and Rainbow Valley. Ellis later released a new album featuring contributions from other musicians, including blues performer Norman Beaker.

Record producer David Courtney paid tribute, saying: "I am sad to announce the passing of my long time friend Steve Ellis who left us on Saturday. My thoughts are with Val and the family." Norman Beaker, who performed a track on Ellis's new album, described him as "a good friend and a great voice" and "a legend with the mod movement". Boom Radio and Heritage Chart Radio also issued statements marking his death. Fans have added further tributes online, referencing the enduring popularity of Everlasting Love.