The Rolling Stones have postponed their upcoming Australasia tour after the apparent suicide of Mick Jagger's girlfriend L'Wren Scott.

The singer was tossed into turmoil on Monday (March 17) when it was announced that the fashion designer had seemingly hung herself in her Manhattan apartment.

This led to the cancellation of the Stones' scheduled date in Perth on Wednesday (March 19) - but the group have now pulled the entire run.

They said in a statement: "The Rolling Stones are deeply sorry and disappointed to announce the postponement of the rest of their 14 On Fire tour of Australia and New Zealand following the death of L'Wren Scott.

"Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts and Ronnie Wood wish to thank all of their fans for their support at this difficult time and hope that they will fully understand the reason for this announcement. The Rolling Stones are planning to reschedule these postponed shows at a later date."

The veteran group were due to play a number of shows in Australia and New Zealand from today (March 19) until April 5.

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