Neil Peart, the Drummer and Lyricist of Rush, Has Died
The legendary Neil Peart, drummer and lyricist of Rush, has died at the age of 67. Peart died January 7th in Santa Monica, CA after quietly fighting brain cancer for three years, according to Elliot Mintz, a spokesperson for the Peart family.
In a statement from remaining band members Lee and Lifeson, they called Peart their “friend, soul brother and bandmate over 45 years,” and said he had been “incredibly brave” in his battle with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. “We ask that friends, fans, and media alike understandably respect the family’s need for privacy and peace at this extremely painful and difficult time,” Lee and Lifeson said. “Those wishing to express their condolences can choose a cancer research group or charity of their choice and make a donation in Neil Peart’s name. Rest in peace, brother.”
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