Neil Sedaka, Breaking Up Is Hard To Do singer and pop song hitmaker, dies aged 86
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- Neil Sedaka, legendary pop singer-songwriter, has died at age 86
- He was known for hits like 'Breaking Up Is Hard to Do' and 'Oh! Carol'
- He wrote songs for other artists including 'Stupid Cupid' and 'Love Will Keep Us Together'
- He died after being rushed to hospital in Los Angeles
- His family remembered him as a 'true rock and roll legend' and 'inspiration to millions'
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