AC/DC icon’s ex-wife Irene Thornton has passed away. Thornton was famously married to the late Bon Scott before he passed away in 1980. The two were married for five years, divorcing in 1977.

Thornton died earlier this month at age 75. Social media confirmed that she had passed away. A cause of death wasn’t revealed.

On Facebook, D.L. White wrote, “It is with deep sadness that we learned of the passing of Irene Thornton. Irene was married to Bon Scott from 1972 to 1977, but they remained friends until his death. She was very affectionate with fans and loved to talk about Bon Scott. We send our deepest condolences to her friends and family. May she rest in peace.”

Irene Thornton On Bon Scott

Despite divorcing in 1977, the two remained friends until Scott passed away in 1980. Even years

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