It has been confirmed that Madonna’s brother Christopher Ciccone has died at the age of 63. (Picture: Rex)

Madonna’s brother Christopher Ciccone has died at the age of 63.

TMZ first reported that the author and designer died a couple of days ago, per his representatives.

The outlet revealed: ‘Madonna’s brother died Friday in Michigan due to cancer.

This shocking news comes weeks after the singer’s stepmother died on September 24 after a brief battle with cancer.

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