Legendary French-Armenian singer Charles Aznavour’s funeral day will be declared mourning day in Armeniay in Armenia, Armenia’s Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan wrote on his Facebook page.

French singer of Armenian origin Charles Aznavour has died aged 94. Charles Aznavour died in his house in the south of France. Earlier he was on a tour to Japan.

“His visit to Armenia was planned in the sidelines of Francophone summit, but unfortunately it will not take place,” the PM said.

Pashinyan said that Charles Aznavour will remain a great singer and national hero in the hearts of all. “He will always have his place in the world art,” he said.

Chansonnier Aznavour will more probably be buried in Montfort Community cemetery, not far from Paris. According to French media, Aznavour wished to be buried there.