Taylor Hawkins, the legendary drummer for Foo Fighters, perhaps the biggest rock band on the planet for the past quarter-century, has died. Hawkins, who was only fifty years old, was found dead in his hotel room in Bogota, Columbia. According to Deadline, he was in town with the rest of the Foo Fighters performing a show as part of their South American tour. No further facts have emerged as to what the cause of death was, but the band has since published a statement on Twitter:
— Foo Fighters (@foofighters) March 26, 2022
Hawkins is survived by his wife and children. Folks, this is a bummer. Hawkins seemed like a majorly good dude, and Foo Fighters have always been an inspiration. Musical tastes may change, but the band has always been able to carve out a spot in the pop culture, boasting a pretty legendary run of hits. Hawkins joined the band in 1997 after the departure of original drummer William Goldsmith. He’s been a staple of the band ever since, with him just recently having a prominent role in the Foo Fighters horror-comedy Studio 666. On a personal note, they were due to play Osheaga here in Montreal this summer, and I was looking forward to seeing them. Hawkins was a huge part of the band, and things without him will never be the same.
Many of his friends and colleagues have shared their tributes via Twitter:
God bless you Taylor Hawkins. I loved your spirit and your unstoppable rock power. Rest In Peace my friend. pic.twitter.com/AkiRLF2L3e
— Tom Morello (@tmorello) March 26, 2022
Absolutely devastated to hear the sad news about Taylor Hawkins my thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends RIP brother LG x
— Liam Gallagher (@liamgallagher) March 26, 2022
I’m so sad about this man.
coolest dude ever.
god bless & comfort his family, his bandmates, his friends & all his loved ones.Taylor Hawkins.
Rest In Beats.#TaylorHawkins https://t.co/bOBv0l4K9r— Questo (@questlove) March 26, 2022
So incredibly sad to hear of the passing of Taylor Hawkins. My thoughts are with his family and the band at this time. pic.twitter.com/wueydCu5gw
— Mick Jagger (@MickJagger) March 26, 2022
This was Taylor Hawkins’ last text to me: “Ya We’ve yet to fully have a hang -Got a put that shit together before we die” Wise words from my friend- put that shit together! I’m so fucking sad. Another one gone too soon.
— John Stamos (@JohnStamos) March 26, 2022
Shocked n’ saddened to hear of the passing of Taylor Hawkins.He was a really great guy, drummer n’ family man. Was always great to see him!Was looking forward to seeing him n’ everyone in Daytona.Truly saddened. My deepest condolences to his family, the Foo Fighters n’their fans.
— Axl Rose (@axlrose) March 26, 2022
My first big feature for EW and one of my last was on Foo Fighters and Taylor Hawkins was just a great guy to talk to, a big sunny California goofball who told the best stories even if they didn’t make him sound cool. What a loss for everyone who loved him https://t.co/ghdJafZc2k
— Leah Greenblatt (@Leahbats) March 26, 2022