A street party's been taking place at David Bowie's childhood home in South London to celebrate the life of the legendary singer.

The 69 year old star died yesterday after an 18 month battle with cancer.

Paul McCartney, Mick Jagger, Iggy Pop, Madonna and U2 have been among those to pay tribute.

In Brixton where Bowie grew up, people have been dressing up and singing many of his hits - this woman said she needed to be with other fans to mark the sad occasion: