Sad News, Oddie Agam Passes Away

Oddie Agam (Photo: Instagram @stanleytulung)

JAKARTA - The world of Indonesian music is mourning, a senior singer and songwriter, Oddie Agam, passed away today, Tuesday, October 27. Oddie's friend, Deddy Dukun confirmed the news.

"It is true that our friend Oddie Agam died. I received information from a friend from the city of Egon about his death," he said when contacted by VOI.

"We are deeply saddened and lost by the passing of our best friend Oddie Agam," he continued.

Oddie Agam was treated in the ICU due to his declining health. This was conveyed by music observer Stanley Tulung. Through his Instagram account, Stanley uploaded a photo of Oddie Agam asking for prayer on October 6.

Oddie Agam was initially short of breath. His condition became critical after coughing and unable to expel phlegm. In fact, Oddie urinated bloody because his kidney condition worsened.

"Innalillahi wainnailaihi rojiun. Goodbye, Bang Oddie Agam, who passed away on October 27, 2021 at 11.00. May you rest in peace," wrote Stenley.

Oddie Agam is the ex-husband of Chintami Atmanegara. Even though he is not actively singing and composing songs, he remains an idol in the music industry because his songs are recycled and sung back (covers) by young singers.