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Legendary guitarist John Sykes dies at 65: Cause of death revealed

Legendary guitarist John Sykes dies at 65: Cause of death revealed

John Sykes, the legendary hard-rock guitarist who was a member of Whitesnake, Thin Lizzy and the Tygers of Pan Tang, sadly passed at the age of 65. Hard-rock legend John Sykes has passed away at the age of 65. (Instagram) His official website and a post on his official Facebook page confirmed the unfortunate news of his demise on Monday, January 20, 2025. The statement reads: “It is with great sorrow we share that John Sykes has passed away after a hard fought battle with cancer. He will be remembered by many as a man with exceptional musical talent but for those who didn’t know him personally, he was a thoughtful, kind, and charismatic man whose presence lit up the room. “He certainly marched to the beat of his own drum and always pulled for the underdog. In his final days, he spoke of his sincere love and gratitude for his fans who stuck by him through all these years. While the impact of his loss is profound and the mood sombre, we hope the …

Kiddy Kapers Star Rory Sykes Passes Away At 32 After Devastating Wildfires Took Over His Malibu Home

Kiddy Kapers Star Rory Sykes Passes Away At 32 After Devastating Wildfires Took Over His Malibu Home

Trigger Warning: This article contains mention of death. Former child star Rory Sykes passed away in the devastating wildfires that have engulfed Los Angeles since last Tuesday. The TV actor’s mother, Shelley Sykes, confirmed the unfortunate news on social media, wherein she revealed that the actor was present in their Malibu cottage when it caught fire. The host of Kiddy Kapers further revealed that she couldn’t put out the fire in the cinders on the roof. The actress also mentioned that the reason behind being unsuccessful in putting out the fire was because the water was shut off in the affected areas.  In a statement shared on her social media platform, Shelley Sykes wrote, “It is with great sadness that I have to announce the death of my beautiful son, @Rorysykes, to the Malibu fires yesterday.” She further added, “I’m totally heartbroken.” ALSO READ: Why Did Niecy Nash Get Emotional While Talking About L.A. Wildfires? Find Out Further in the statement, the actress shared that Rory had been blind since childhood due to cerebral palsy and …

Former Child Star Rory Sykes, 32, Tragically Passes Away In Malibu Wildfires

Former Child Star Rory Sykes, 32, Tragically Passes Away In Malibu Wildfires

Rory Sykes passed away in Malibu fires ( Photo Credit – Twitter ) Former child star Rory Sykes, best known for his role in the beloved British 1990s show ‘Kiddy Kapers,’ tragically lost his life at 32 during the raging Los Angeles wildfires on Wednesday. Rory, who lived with cerebral palsy and overcame incredible challenges throughout his life, passed away in the cottage he called home on his family’s sprawling 17-acre Malibu estate. It is with great sadness that I have to announce the death of my beautiful son @Rorysykes to the Malibu fires yesterday. I’m totally heart broken. British born Australian living in America, a wonderful son, a gift born on mine & his grandmas birthday 29 July 92, Rory Callum… pic.twitter.com/X77xyk83gx — Shelley Sykes (@shelleysykes) January 9, 2025 Rory Skyes’ Mother’s Heartbreaking Announcement Rory’s mother, Shelley Sykes, a former Kiddy Kapers host, shared the devastating news on social media, describing her heartbreak. “It is with great sadness that I have to announce the death of my beautiful son @Rorysykes to the Malibu …