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Talay Riley: Songwriter for Stars Found Dead
8 Jun
Summary
- Singer-songwriter Talay Riley, real name Mark Orabiyi, died from stab wounds.
- Riley wrote songs for major artists like Britney Spears and Tinie Tempah.
- Police have arrested three individuals in connection with the fatal stabbing.
Singer-songwriter Talay Riley, whose birth name was Mark Orabiyi, died on the morning of June 5th after being found with stab wounds in Silvertown, east London. The 35-year-old musician was a prolific songwriter, contributing to tracks for numerous international artists such as Britney Spears, Tinie Tempah, Jessie J, and Craig David. He also co-wrote hits like Khalid's 'Young Dumb & Broke'.
Riley's brother, Michael Orabiyi, also a music producer, expressed profound grief on social media, remembering Mark as a beloved figure who deeply impacted many lives with his talent and kindness. Tributes have poured in from the music community, including from artists like Stormzy and JLS singer Oritsé Williams. Police are continuing their investigation into the tragic incident, with three arrests made shortly after the discovery.
DCI Joanna Yorke appealed for witnesses, particularly those who may have CCTV footage from the morning of June 5th. While one 27-year-old man has been released on bail, a 24-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman were released with no further action after questioning. The investigation remains ongoing.
