RANGERS icon Jimmy Millar has passed away aged 87.

The Ibrox club has announced the sad news this afternoon.

Millar joined Rangers in 1955 and would stay at the Glasgow giants for 12-years.

He was very successful during that period, with the goal machine lifting three titles, five Scottish Cups and three League Cups.

Millar bagged a hugely impressive 162 goals in 317 appearances for the Light Blues.

A club statement confirms: "Rangers Football Club is saddened by the news of the death of our former player, Jimmy Millar.

"Starting his career at Dunfermline, Millar was signed by Scot Symon in January 1955 and went on to enjoy a 12-year spell at Ibrox.

"Millar lifted three League titles, five Scottish Cups and three League Cups during his time at the club and was later inducted into Rangers’ Hall of Fame.

"A tough, brave and quick centre-forward, Millar scored an impressive 162 goals in 317 Rangers appearances.

"Our thoughts are with Jimmy’s family at this sad time."

Millar had been battling dementia.