Nigerian-British Singer Talay Riley Dies in London Stabbing, Stormzy, Craig David, Others Mourn

British-Nigerian singer and songwriter Talay Riley has died after being stabbed in East London, prompting a murder investigation by police.

The 35-year-old musician, whose real name was Mark Yinka Orabiyi, was attacked on Friday morning on Pankhurst Avenue in Silvertown. Emergency services responded to the scene but were unable to save him.

Homicide detectives from the Specialist Crime Command have launched an investigation into the killing as authorities work to determine the circumstances surrounding the attack.

In a statement, Talay Riley’s family confirmed his death and described the loss as an overwhelming tragedy. They remembered him as a Grammy Award-winning and multi-platinum-selling songwriter and artist whose humour, generosity and presence touched many lives.

The singer’s death has sparked tributes from across the music industry, including messages of condolence from prominent artists such as Stormzy and Craig David, who joined fans and colleagues in mourning his passing.

His family also expressed gratitude for the support and condolences received from the public during the difficult period.