Grammy winner killed in double stabbing 'a gem'

Grammy winner killed in double stabbing 'a gem'14 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleFamily handoutMark Orabiyi was better known by his stage name Talay Riley Tributes have been paid to a Grammy-winning musician, known professionally as Talay Riley, who died in a double stabbing in east London.The 35-year-old singer-songwriter, whose real name was Mark Orabiyi, worked on tracks for artists such as Dua Lipa, Zendaya, Khalid, Flo and Chipmunk.Stormzy, JLS star Oritse Williams are among those who have sent condolences to Orabiyi's family, with rapper Wretch 32 posting: "Your brother was a gem & will be missed & never forgotten."Orabyibi was discovered with stab wounds in a garden in Rayleigh Road, Silvertown shortly after 09:00 BST on 5 June. He was pronounced dead on arrival at hospital.The musician, whose real name was Mark Orayibi, worked on hits including Khalid's Young Dumb & Broke, The Chainsmokers' Who Do You Love, HER's Lights On, Flo's Walk Like This, and Kehlani's Out The Window. 'Outpouring of love'His brother Michael Orabiyi, better known as record producer and songwriter Scribz Riley, wrote on Instagram that his heart was "shattered".Stormzy commented on the post, saying "I'm sorry bro", while former X-Factor star Williams wrote: "Sending you and your family strength and prayers..." Sugababes star Keisha Buchanan also paid tribute, writing: "Sending my condolences and prayers, so very sorry."In his Instagram post, Michael Orayibi said his brother was a "friend to many, a mentor, an inspiration, and a light in so many people's lives".He added: "He loved deeply, gave freely, and touched countless people through his talent, kindness, and spirit."The outpouring of love already shows how many lives he impacted. You inspired so many people and your legacy will continue to live on through your music..."The s...