Famed musician Peter Green - who co-founded the chart-topping band Fleetwood Man - has died at the age of 73.

Per BBC News, attorneys acting on behalf of his family said in a statement:

"It is with great sadness that the family of Peter Green announce his death this weekend, peacefully in his sleep.

"A further statement will be provided in the coming days."

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Green, from Bethnal Green in east London, formed Fleetwood Mac with drummer Mick Fleetwood in 1967.

He is considered as one of the greatest guitarists of all time, and was the songwriter behind classic Fleetwood Mac hits such as 'Albatross', 'Black Magic Woman', and 'Oh Well'.

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The blues-rock guitarist last performed with the band in 1970 after leaving due to struggles with his mental health. Green later diagnosed with schizophrenia and spent time in hospital in the mid-70s.

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Back in 1998, Green was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame alongside band members Mick Fleetwood, Stevie Nicks, Lindsey Buckingham, John McVie, Christine McVie, Danny Kirwan, and Jeremy Spencer.

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Back in February of this year, Mick Fleetwood held a concert for Green as an honor for his musical legacy. The special event saw David Gilmour, Christine McVie, Pete Townshend, Bill Wyman, and Steven Tyler all take to the stage to pay their respects to Green.

Whitesnake's David Coverdale has since taken to Twitter to pay tribute to the late music legend, writing:

"I supported the original Fleetwood Mac at Redcar Jazz Club when I was in a local band... he was a breathtaking singer, guitarist and composer. I know who I will be listening to today. RIP"

Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and fans at this time...

Fleetwood Mac co-founder Peter Green dies aged 73