Swedish DJ Avicii Confirmed Dead At 28

Swedish DJ Avicii​, real name ​Tim Bergling​, is confirmed to have passed away on Friday at the age of 28.

As Billboard reports, Bergling's publicist confirmed the news in a statement.

"It is with profound sorrow that we announce the loss of Tim Bergling, also known as Avicii," Diana Baron's statement reads.

"He was found dead in Muscat, Oman this Friday afternoon local time, April 20th. The family is devastated and we ask everyone to please respect their need for privacy in this difficult time. No further statements will be given."

The cause of death is yet to be publicly announced. 

Bergling has had ongoing health issues for some time. In 2013, the producer was forced to cancel the opening night of his Australian tour after being admitted to hospital for "stomach related issues" and he also suffered acute pancreatitis. 

He officially retired from touring in 2016. 

Despite his young age, Bergling was one of the most sought after DJ's throughout his career. 

His 2013 debut LP, True​, peaked at #1 in Australia, as did his song, Wake Me Up​.

​He received Grammy nominations in 2012 for his track Sunshine and in 2013 for global hit, Levels​.

A number of friends and figures in the music industry have since paid their respects to Bergling, including Madonna, Calvin Harris and David Guetta.

No words can describe the sadness I’m feeling right now, hearing about Avicii passing away....
Thoughts go out to his family and friends...

— Zedd (@Zedd) April 20, 2018

So Sad....... So Tragic. Good Bye Dear Sweet Tim. Gone too Soon. pic.twitter.com/l7FDKCu6K4

— Madonna (@Madonna) April 20, 2018

Deeply shocked and can't believe that dance music has lost one of its icons today. Avicii's music changed the lives of so many people. He will be missed dearly. My sincere condolences to his family, friends & loved ones. May you find the strength you need in these difficult times pic.twitter.com/PLqYaiaLMd

— Armin van Buuren (@arminvanbuuren) April 20, 2018

Can't really describe in words how sad I feel right now.. thank you for inspiring me and millions others. RIP @Avicii pic.twitter.com/nthXoCiZqy

— MARTIN GARRIX (@MartinGarrix) April 20, 2018

So sorry to hear about @Avicii . I’m grateful to have crossed paths with him. My love and condolences to his friends and family. #ripAVICII

— Mike Shinoda (@mikeshinoda) April 20, 2018

Devastating news about Avicii, a beautiful soul, passionate and extremely talented with so much more to do. My heart goes out to his family. God bless you Tim x

— Calvin Harris (@CalvinHarris) April 20, 2018

Something really horrible happened. We lost a friend with such a beautiful heart and the world lost an incredibly talented musician. Thank you for your beautiful melodies, the time we shared in the studio, playing together as djs or just enjoying life as friends.
RIP @Avicii pic.twitter.com/IGiTYetJcq

— David Guetta (@davidguetta) April 20, 2018

“Live a life you will remember” #RIPAvicii Had some great memories recording and creating together

— Travis Barker (@travisbarker) April 20, 2018

Rest easy Avicii, you inspired so many of us. Wish I could have said that to you in person x

— Ellie Goulding (@elliegoulding) April 20, 2018