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Hastings died aged 61 after a battle with cancer, with a family statement confirming the prolonged illness and its toll.
The family asks for privacy as they grieve, requesting space to process their loss following Hastings' passing on May 17.
Hastings's Lions career and 65 Scotland caps highlight his impact on the global game as a premier centre for nearly a decade.

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Scott Hastings has died at 61 after a cancer battle, per a family statement.
Hastings earned 65 Scotland caps and played for the British & Irish Lions in 1989.
His defence helped Scotland's 1990 Grand Slam win, a key moment in his career.
Hastings later became a rugby broadcaster after his playing career.
A statement from Hastings' children noted he passed away peacefully with his family.
Hastings studied at George Watson’s College and played for Watsonians for over 20 years.
Townsend described Hastings as embodying passion and aggression for Scotland.
Hastings played four years for Edinburgh after rugby turned professional.
Hastings helped Scotland share the old Five Nations title at his early career start.

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Scotland rugby great Scott Hastings has died at 61 after a fight with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
BBC colleague Brian Moore paid a heartfelt on-air tribute during a live Lions-era broadcast.
Moore recalled Hastings as a partner on Lions tours and praised his integrity and effort.
Hastings’ rugby legacy includes the 1989 Lions tour and the 1990 Grand Slam with Scotland.
Scott Hastings’ passing drew tributes from Gregor Townsend, John Swinney, and Hastings’ former club Watsonians.
Moore’s tribute contrasted Hastings’ on-field partnership with Jeremy Guscott and their effort under pressure.
The report notes Hastings was popular for both his playing and his commentary work.
Social media reactions highlighted Moore’s moving tribute as the rugby world mourns Hastings.
Hastings is described as the brother of Gavin Hastings and uncle to current international Adam Hastings.
The piece ties Hastings’ death to the emotional BBC coverage and the rugby community’s response.

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