The cause of death for former Iron Maiden lead vocalist Paul Di’Anno has been disclosed. The singer, born Paul Andrews but widely recognized by his stage name Paul Di’Anno, passed away at his residence in Salisbury, Wiltshire, England on October 21 at the age of 66.
On Monday, a statement posted on the late rock star’s Facebook page revealed that his death was due to a “tear in the sac surrounding the heart.” The statement read, “We have received permission from Paul’s family to share the news of Paul’s cause of death, following the results of the autopsy.” His sisters, Cheryl and Michelle, confirmed, “Essentially, he had a tear in the sac around the heart, and blood filled inside it from the main aorta artery, causing the heart to stop.” Paul’s death was described as instantaneous and hopefully painless. May he rest in peace.
Additionally, the statement mentioned, “This weekend, an In Memoriam show was held at Underworld Camden, where many of Paul’s fans, friends, colleagues, and family members gathered. With a magnificent musical tribute, his musical colleagues paid a fitting farewell to their friend.”
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