Lydon “I’ll Miss McLaren”

Sex Pistols singer issues statement

John Lydon, Malcolm McLaren’s old sparring partner and former charge as front man of the Sex Pistols, said he would miss the notorious manager, who died earlier today.

Speaking on the sad news of McLaren’s passing Lydon (who signed the statement with his old moniker, Johnny Rotten) said: "For me Malc was always entertaining, and I hope you remember that. Above all else he was an entertainer and I will miss him, and so should you"

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