Madonna's older brother Anthony Ciccone dies

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On Saturday, Joe Henry took to social media to announce that his brother-in-law had passed away on Friday. No cause of death was given. Alongside a black-and-white photograph, Joe described Anthony as a "complex character" whom he also considered to be a "true brother". Joe is married to Madonna and Anthony's sister Melanie Ciccone. The Queen of Pop has not yet commented on the sad news. However, her friend Debi Mazar posted a tribute via Instagram on Sunday in which she remembered Anthony as a "real Renaissance Man".

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