Ex-Iron Maiden frontman Paul Di’Anno, who fronted the band from 1978-1981, has died at age 66.
Former Iron Maiden frontman Paul Di’Anno has died aged 66, it has been confirmed. The news was shared via Di’Anno’s label, Conquest Music, on behalf of the singer’s family.
“On behalf of his family, Conquest Music is sad to confirm the death of Paul Andrews, professionally known as Paul Di’Anno,” a statement from the label reads. “Paul passed away at his home in Salisbury at the age of 66.
“Born in Chingford, East London on 17th May 1958, Paul first came to prominence as the lead singer of English Heavy Metal band, Iron Maiden between 1978 and 1981. He sang on their groundbreaking debut album Iron Maiden, and the influential follow-up release, Killers.
“Since leaving Iron Maiden, Paul Di’Anno had a long and eventful recording career with Battlezone and Killers as well as numerous solo releases and guest appearances.
“Despite being troubled by severe health issues in recent years that restricted him to performing in a wheelchair, Paul continued to entertain his fans around the world, racking up well over 100 shows since 2023.
“His first career retrospective album, The Book of the Beast was released in September 2024 and featured highlights of his recordings since leaving Iron Maiden.
“Conquest Music is proud to have had Paul Di’Anno in our artist family and ask his legion of fans to raise a glass in his memory.”
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