David Bowie, as quoted in "Queen singer is rock's first major AIDS casualty" by Jeffry Ressner in Rolling Stone Magazine (9 January 1992).
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Of all the more theatrical rock performers, Freddie took it further than the rest... he took it over the edge. And of course, I always admired a man who wears tights. I only saw him in concert once and as they say, he was definitely a man who could hold an audience in the palm of his hand.
— David Bowie
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Source: Wikiquote: "Freddie Mercury" (Quotes about Mercury)
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About Freddie Mercury
Freddie Mercury (born Farrokh Bulsara; 5 September 1946 – 24 November 1991) was a British singer, songwriter, pianist, record producer, and lead vocalist of the rock band Queen. Known for his flamboyant stage persona and four-octave vocal range, Mercury used a highly theatrical approach as a performer. He died of bronchopneumonia induced by HIV (AIDS), only a day after announcing his illness.
About Freddie Mercury
Freddie Mercury (born Farrokh Bulsara; 5 September 1946 – 24 November 1991) was a British singer, songwriter, pianist, record producer, and lead vocalist of the rock band Queen. Known for his flamboyant stage persona and four-octave vocal range, Mercury used a highly theatrical approach as a performer. He died of bronchopneumonia induced by HIV (AIDS), only a day after announcing his illness.
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