LOS ANGELES (Reuters)

Jerry Lee Lewis, a pioneer of rock n’ roll with hits such as Great Balls of Fire, has died at age 87, his publicist said today (October 28).

Lewis passed away at his home in Desoto County, Mississippi, with his wife, Judith, by his side, a statement from his publicist said.

His death comes just a day after earlier false reports of his death were debunked.