Today Extra host, David Campbell, paid tribute to the late musician via social media. Merritt is survived by his daughter Kelli, son Josh and three grandchildren. Merritt, 66, who has lived in Los Angeles for more than 20 years, had just returned to the US after a tour of New Zealand. a rare autoimmune disease that attacks the lungs and kidneys. Auto news: Old Datsun sells for $1.1 million, breaks auction records in Japan - caradvice.com.au. His health had been declining since being diagnosed with Goodpasture syndrome — a rare autoimmune disease that attacks the lungs and kidneys. A NOTE ABOUT RELEVANT ADVERTISING: We collect information about the content (including ads) you use across this site and use it to make both advertising and content more relevant to you on our network and other sites. His Melbourne based manager Wal Bishop said today Merritt had been feeling unwell. Register, Join the conversation, you are commenting as Logout. During the '60s, he moved to the UK before settling down in Los Angeles in the '70s. This is also known as Online Behavioural Advertising. Invalid postcode. According to the singer's website the past couple of years have seen Max and his band headline shows at the Melbourne Music and Blues Festival, The Perth Moonlight Festival, The Byron Bay Blues Festival and the Toyota Muster at Gympie. "It has been a worrying few days for him and his family and friends and we are still waiting on some test results, but hopefully he is going to make a complete recovery.". , paid tribute to the late musician via social media. (Redferns). "RIP to the great Max Merritt. His health had been declining since being diagnosed with Goodpasture syndrome —. Tommy DeVito dies of COVID-19 complications at 92, Pamela Hutchinson of R&B group The Emotions dead at 61, Xavier Ortiz, former singer of Garibaldi, dies at 48, 'Father of the Bride' cast reunites for virtual sequel, Alyssa Milano reveals her coronavirus symptoms have lasted for six months, Abby Lee Miller explains what Lori Loughlin should expect from prison life. You can find out more about our policy and your choices, including how to opt-out He was 79. Long time friend and personal manager Wal Bishop announced the news in a statement released on Friday. Merritt was struggling with his health and finances, so his manager, Wal Bishop, along with Australian music industry friends, organised a Concert for Max benefit held at the Palais Theatre, St Kilda, Victoria, on 21 October 2007 which raised $200,000. "He even shot a video to go with the tracks, it's a shame he won't be around to see it.". He was 79. Those who may be interested in your reward will contribute to the cause. He continued to tour Australia and New Zealand regularly until 2007. The reward will depend on the person who put up the website. Join the conversation, you are commenting as, - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -, Easing of restrictions may go step further than planned, Brutal way Andrews learnt of Mikakos’ resignation, Shock statistic reveals depths of Brereton’s footy battle scars.