“When a Man Loves a Woman” Singer Percy Sledge Dead From Cancer at 73

It's being reported that iconic R&B singer Percy Sledge – who churned out the classic hit song "When a Man Loves a Woman" – has passed away at the age of 73. Sledge apparently died at his home in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He was battling a long war with cancer, and ultimately died earlier.

According to TMZ, Sledge's hit, which was apparently his debut single, topped the No. 1 spot back in 1966. It was then released yet again over in the United Kingdom in 1987. And even still, it managed to hit the No. 2 spot.

Of course, singer Michael Bolton covered the song in 1991, which also went to No. 1 and became a signature track in "over 20 movies."

The gossip site notes that alongside "When a Man Loves a Woman," Sledge had several other singles, including both "Warm and Tender and Love" and "Take Time to Know Her."

Take a look at Percy Sledge performing "When a Man Loves a Woman" below just a couple of years ago. And yes, he dedicates it to his wife. #HowSweet!

And here's Michael Bolton's version:

Of course, nowadays, Michael Bolton is just appearing in commercials...

Okay, enough of that. Now, let's take a look at some more Sledge classics:

And as this is the age of the Internet, Percy Sledge is now trending on Twitter.

TMZ notes that this coming Thursday, April 16, will be the 49th anniversary of the release of "When a Man Loves a Woman."