Taylor Hawkins passed away last night at the age of 50 years old. Hawkins impressive résumé over the years included drumming for Foo Fighters from 1997 to present day, as well as forming his own bands like Taylor Hawkins And The Coattail Riders and NHC featuring Jane's Addiction members Dave Navarro and Chris Chaney. Hawkins also drummed on Coheed & Cambria's 2006 album Good Apollo, I'm Burning Star IV, Volume Two, and his own solo EP Kota in 2016.
We wish all the best to Hawkins' friends and family at this time, as well as his countless fans over the years.
Our love, thoughts and support are with all who knew Taylor. Thank you for looking after me, thank you for being so kind and loving, thank you for being the most awesome drummer ever, thank you for bringing so much joy to the world, thank you for being you! With love, Nandi x pic.twitter.com/JAxo6N844a— Nandi Bushell (@Nandi_Bushell) March 26, 2022 RIP Taylor https://t.co/KT5CLW0R28— Eddie Trunk (@EddieTrunk) March 26, 2022 I am floored to hear about the passing of @foofighters @taylorhawkins I’ve met him several times , he was funny, witty, never ever had a rock star attitude Plus a damn phenomenal drummer & person #TaylorHawkins way too soon— Rev. Riki Rachtman (@RikiRachtman) March 26, 2022 In absolute shock & disbelief over the the passing of Taylor Hawkins. I’ve always had so much admiration for him. Amazing drummer & a gem of a guy who was always fun to be around. I’m absolutely gutted…my deepest condolences to his bandmates & family ?? #RIPTaylorHawkins pic.twitter.com/a3X0k2AqYW— Mike Portnoy ? (@MikePortnoy) March 26, 2022 If you want to know Taylor Hawkins a bit better, I highly recommend watching the Foo Fighters doc, Back and Forth & the Alanis Morrisette doc, Jagged. What a beautiful guy.— Doc Coyle (@DocCoyle) March 26, 2022 Crushing news ? 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 I’ve seen a lot of live bands in my time and I can honestly say that I have never seen a drummer and guitar player interact in a more jovial, genuine, and entertaining way than how @taylorhawkins and #DaveGrohl did. In utter disbelief at the news of Taylor Hawkins. Our deepest condolences to his family, his bandmates, his team, his friends and everyone that was ever touched by the music he created with @foofighters @Alanis and so many others. This is so incredibly sad. pic.twitter.com/2AUeqpaN94— Nickelback (@Nickelback) March 26, 2022 Shocked & saddened to learn of the passing of @taylorhawkins My condolences to his family & the @foofighters family. RIP— Geezer Butler (@geezerbutler) March 26, 2022 . @TaylorHawkins was truly a great person and an amazing musician. My heart, my love and my condolences go out to his wife, his children, his family, his band and his fans. See you on the other side – Ozzy— Ozzy Osbourne (@OzzyOsbourne) March 26, 2022 Forever missed. pic.twitter.com/PkzEAKvryN— Guns N' Roses (@gunsnroses) 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 I don’t know personally Dave Grohl, but I feel for him in this moment. Losing a close friend, by whatever means, is the worst. ? RIP Taylor Hawkins Taylor Hawkins 1972-2022. In utter disbelief at the news of Taylor Hawkins. Our deepest condolences to his family, his bandmates, his team, his friends and everyone that was ever touched by the music he created with @foofighters @Alanis and so many others. This is so incredibly sad. pic.twitter.com/2AUeqpaN94— Nickelback (@Nickelback) March 26, 2022 Shocked and saddened to hear of the loss of one of rock’s greatest drummers. Our hearts go out to the family and friends of Taylor Hawkins tonight. pic.twitter.com/CiHWW3C11S— The Offspring (@offspring) March 26, 2022 The rock universe lost a true legend but gained a powerful star that will shine everlong. Sumerian sends our deepest love, sympathy, and light towards all of Taylor’s family, friends, and bandmates. Rest in Power, Taylor Hawkins. pic.twitter.com/yOasnzewWi— Sumerian Records (@SumerianRecords) March 26, 2022
Never met but admired greatly, his kindness & earnestness was contagious even from afar & such a talent – few could drum for #DaveGrohl (who has now suffered two losses of key members of historic bands). And this?
RIP #TaylorHawkins ??https://t.co/1S2IrK8XYa https://t.co/ecmA6DQrz6 pic.twitter.com/En8fTPAeL9— Alex Skolnick ?? (@AlexSkolnick) March 26, 2022
One of the best in history. Devastated. #RIPTaylorHawkins— David Draiman (@davidmdraiman) March 26, 2022
Condolences to Taylor Hawkins’ family, friends, & fans.
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Gone far too soon
Sending love to the family and the Foos— Faith No More (@FaithNoMore) March 26, 2022
Our deepest sympathies to Taylor’s family, his fans, and of course his band. pic.twitter.com/qlEaQK0uui— The Smashing Pumpkins (@SmashingPumpkin) March 26, 2022
