As she was not married at the time of her death, and had no children, the singer’s brother and his children are the sole heirs along with several charities bequeathed in her will.
“There are no words to describe the sadness at the passing of Christine McVie,” Fleetwood Mac wrote in a statement on Twitter after her passing.“She was truly one-of-a-kind, special and talented beyond measure. She was the best musician anyone could have in their band and the best friend anyone could have in their life.”
The statement continued, “We were so lucky to have a life with her. Individually and together, we cherished Christine deeply and are thankful for the amazing memories we have. She will be so very missed.”McVie played keyboard for the hugely successful group.“On behalf of Christine McVie’s family, it is with a heavy heart we are informing you of Christine’s death,” the statement read. “She passed away peacefully at hospital this morning, Wednesday, November 30th 2022, following a short illness.
“I thought I might possibly get to sing it to her, and so, I’m singing it to her now. I always knew I would need these words one day.” The “Gypsy” singer then wrote out the lyrics to Haim’s 2019 track “Hallelujah,” including the touching verse, “I had a best friend but she has come to pass / One I wish I could see now / You always remind me that memories will last / These arms reach out.”Nicks concluded her post by writing, “See you on the other side, my love. Don’t forget me — Always, Stevie.