- The band announced Russell’s death in a statement on Friday, after he passed away Thursday surrounded by his family, including his wife Heather Ann and son
- His cause of death was Lewy body dementia and multiple system atrophy, both of which affected his motor skills
- Russell announced his diagnosis last month when his condition forced him to stop touring
Jack Russell, the founder and lead singer of Great White, has died. He was 63.
The band announced Russell’s passing in a statement on Friday, after he died Thursday surrounded by his family, including his wife Heather Ann and son Matthew Hucko.
His cause of death was Lewy body dementia and multiple system atrophy, both of which affected his motor skills, Russell’s representative said. TMZ.
Russell announced his diagnosis last month, when his condition forced him to stop touring.
“Our deepest condolences to the family of Jack Russell,” the band began in their propositionWe hope they find comfort in knowing that Jack’s incredible voice will live on forever.
Great White announced the death of lead singer Jack Russell in a statement on Friday, after he passed away Thursday surrounded by his family, including his wife Heather Ann and son Matthew Hucko.
“His love for the fans and his sons was unmatched, as was his own love for rock music,” he continued.
What do you say about someone who stood by your side on such an amazing journey, with both the good and the bad sides?
“We’d rather let the music fill in the gaps. We’ll cherish all those wonderful years together,” they continued.
‘It was a privilege and a joy to share the stage with him – lots of shows, lots of miles and the best rock.
‘Jack was great in the studio. He always came ready to work. And work hard, he did. Jack stayed until he had the best performance for each song.
“He brought the same excellence to every show. The consistency of his live performances was always unmatched. Rest in peace, one of rock’s greatest champions,” the group added.
Russell was born on December 5, 1960 in Montebello, California and formed the band as Dante Fox with Mark Kendall in 1977, later changing the name to Great White.
Russell remained with the group until 1996 and became known for their songs “Rock Me” (1987), “Once Bitten, Twice Shy” (1989) and “The Angel Song” (1989).
Russell was born on December 5, 1960 in Montebello, California and started the band in 1977 as Dante Fox with Mark Kendall, before changing the name to Great White
His cause of death was Lewy body dementia and multiple system atrophy, both of which affected his motor skills, Russell’s rep told TMZ
Russell announced his diagnosis last month when his condition forced him to stop touring
After continuing solo and releasing the albums Shelter Me (1996) and For You (2002), he rejoined the group in 2002 and renamed the group Jack Russell’s Great White.
In February 2003, the band’s fireworks caused a fire at The Station nightclub in Rhode Island, killing 100 people, including guitarist Ty Longley.
That summer, the band embarked on a benefit tour that lasted until 2005, when Russell checked into rehab after relapsing into his alcohol and cocaine use.