Irish singer Sinead O'Connor has died at 56

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Singer Sinéad O’Connor, famous in the late '80s and early '90s, dies at 56.

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O'Connor's tumultuous life filled with controversies and music success.

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Raised in Dublin, she released her debut album, The Lion and Cobra, in 1987.

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"Nothing Compares 2 U" made her a star in 1990.

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O'Connor's 1992 protest against the Catholic Church caused a public backlash.

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Despite challenges, she continued to release albums and collaborate with various artists.

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In 2021, she announced retirement from music but later retracted the statement.

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O'Connor struggled with mental health issues and sought treatment over the years.

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