Stevie Nicks' brother Christopher Nicks dies at 72 after private cancer fight

Christopher Aaron Nicks, the younger sibling of singer Stevie Nicks, died at age 72 after a private 2.5-year fight with cancer, his daughter Nixi revealed in an Instagram message. She said he was surrounded by family at the time of his death and explained that he kept his illness hidden to avoid worrying others. Mick Fleetwood, co-founder of Fleetwood Mac, honored Christopher on social media, describing him as a lasting source of inspiration.

Although he stayed out of the spotlight, Christopher played a significant behind-the-scenes role in Stevie Nicks' musical career. Stevie Nicks herself has spoken about missing her brother and the importance of family. Christopher is also survived by his daughter and ex-wife Lori Perry-Nicks, who posted her own tribute describing his love of life.