Moody Blues, Wings Co-Founder Denny Laine Dies

The co-founder of the Moody Blues, and Wings Denny Laine passed away at the age of 79, his family announced on Tuesday.

Kaine's wife Elizabeth Hines announced the news on her social media pages. shared the news on social media on Tuesday. 

She said: "My darling husband passed away peacefully early this morning."

"I was at his bedside, holding his hand as I played his favorite Christmas songs for him. He’s been singing Christmas songs the past few weeks and I continued to play Christmas songs while he’s been in ICU on a ventilator this past week."

She added: "He and I both believed he would overcome his health setbacks and return to the rehabilitation center and eventually home. Unfortunately, his lung disease, interstitial lung disease (ILD), is unpredictable and aggressive; each infection weakened and damaged his lungs. He fought every day. He was so strong and brave, never complained. All he wanted was to be home with me and his pet kitty, Charley, playing his gypsy guitar.

"Denny was so very thankful to all of you who sent him so much love, support and the many kind words during these past few months of his health crisis-it brought him to tears. I thank you all for sending both of us love and support. It was my absolute honor and privilege to not only be his wife but to care for him during his illness and vulnerability."