Avicii Family Releases Statement On Cause Of Death

Less than a week after Avicii‘s sudden passing, his family has released a second statement that points the DJ’s cause of death to suicide.

Publicist Diana Baron said in a statement that the 28-year-old DJ, born Tim Bergling, was in Muscat, Oman, when he was found dead.

“Our beloved Tim was a seeker, a fragile artistic soul searching for answers to existential questions. An over-achieving perfectionist who travelled and worked hard at a pace that led to extreme stress,” the statement issued by his family began. “When he stopped touring, he wanted to find a balance in life to be happy and be able to do what he loved most—music.”

“He really struggled with thoughts about Meaning, Life, Happiness. He could not go on any longer. He wanted to find peace,” the statement continues. “Tim was not made for the business machine he found himself in; he was a sensitive guy who loved his fans but shunned the spotlight.” source

As their comments concluded, “Tim, you will forever be loved and sadly missed. The person you were and your music will keep your memory alive. We love you, Your family.”