Dame Vera Lynn has died at the age of 103 

Dame Vera Lynn dead at 103: Britain’s wartime sweetheart who sang ‘We’ll Meet Again’ dies surrounded by her family

Forces’ Sweetheart Dame Vera Lynn has died at 103, the singer’s family have said.  

A statement said: ‘The family are deeply saddened to announce the passing of one of Britain’s best-loved entertainers at the age of 103.

‘Dame Vera Lynn, who lived in Ditchling, East Sussex, passed away earlier today, 18 June 2020, surrounded by her close family.’

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Dame Vera Lynn is pictured on May 7 ahead of the 75th anniversary of VE Day