Reg Presley dies: 'Wild Thing' singer succumbs to lung cancer

Reg Presley dies on Feb. 4, 2013 after a battle with lung cancer and a series of strokes. The singer was best known for his work with The Troggs. Their most famous hits were "Love Is All Around" and "Wild Thing." Presley died at the age of 71 in his Hampshire home in the United Kingdom, according to BBC.

The singer retired from The Troggs just last year due to multiple stokes and deteriorating health. Reg Presley died just one year after confirming to his fans that he had been diagnosed with lung cancer and was being treated with chemotherapy. He died surrounded by his beloved family members, including his daughter Karen.

The news that Reg Presley died has revealed the singer's other interest, namely the paranormal. Presley had a keen interest in unexplained phenomena including UFOs and crop circles. He even wrote a book on the unexplained called "Wild Things They Don't Tell Us."

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