Los Angeles, July 30 -- Oscar-winning singer Glen Hansard has passed away at the age of 56.

Hansard died on Wednesday in a motorcycle crash in Dublin. Hansard's demise was announced by his management company in a statement, as per Deadline.

"With broken hearts, we announce the passing of Glen Hansard, who passed away in the early hours of this morning, following a road traffic accident in Dublin," the statement read. "Glen's family is deeply shocked and heartbroken by this tragic loss and respectfully requests privacy at this extremely difficult time. The family is grateful for the support they have received and wishes to thank the emergency services who attended the scene," the statement.

Born and raised in Dublin, Hansard began his c...