29 February 2012Last updated at 21:47

Life in Pictures: Davy Jones

Manchester-born Davy Jones, the only English member of the Monkees. September 1968

Davy Jones, lead singer of the 1960s pop band the Monkees, was born in Manchester, England on 30 December 1945.

Three members of American pop group The Monkees buried up to their necks in sand by fellow group member Davy Jones, 2 February 1967

The four members of the Monkees were selected in 1966 to form both a "Beatles-like" band and be featured on their own TV series. The band released nine albums in four years and their TV show ran for two years.

A scene from the television show "'The Monkees" early 1970s

Jones, a teenage actor, appeared in a West End production of Oliver! as the Artful Dodger. The Monkees was a comical and often absurd look at the life of four aspiring young musicians.

American pop group the Monkees touch down at Melbourne Airport, Australia, circa 1968

The group had several international hits, including I'm a Believer and Last Train to Clarksville.

File photo of Davy Jones, 23 October 1980

Jones left the band in 1971, attempted a solo career and continued to act.

The band reunited several times, including for the 1996 album and tour Justus.

Davy Jones speaks during the 60's Pop Rock: My Music panel during the PBS portion of the 2011 Summer TCA Tour, Beverly Hills, California, 30 July 2011

Jones, who is survived by his wife and four daughters, died of a heart attack on 29 February 2012 in Florida. He was 66.

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Life in Pictures: Davy Jones

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