Metallica expressed their 'incredible sorrow' following the death of Ray Burton, father of the band's late bassist Cliff Burton
“So, in honor of him, and the kind of man he was, we also want to truly celebrate the 94 years of life Ray gave everyone, knowing in certainty that a glint of his light, wisdom, and energy will always be with us all wherever we go,” they wrote, concluding, “We love you Ray, rest in peace.”
In the tribute video, Burton’s stepdaughter Casey detailed the illness that ultimately took his life. She noted Ray’s love for Metallica members past and present: “James, Lars, Kirk, Jason [Newsted] and Rob [Trujillo], and Dave [Mustaine].”
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Montana Brown leads tributes to Mike Thalassitis on his 27th birthdayMontana Brown leads tributes to Mike Thalassitis on his birthday with beautiful coincidence
Read more »
Joaquin Phoenix tributes 'favorite actor' Heath Ledger in moving SAG Awards speechJoker actor honored the late star who played the DC Comics villain before him.
Read more »
Céline Dion Sang A Moving Tribute To Her Mother, Who Died Last Week'Maman, we love you so much. We dedicate tonight’s show to you.'
Read more »
Former Republican Rep. Chris Collins sentenced to 26 Months, fined $200,000 over insider trading schemeHis son, Cameron Collins, who avoided financial losses by selling his Innate stock following his father's tip, is due to be sentenced next week.
Read more »
Celine Dion Performs an Emotional 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow' in Tribute to Her Late Mother: WatchThe show went on for Celine Dion following the death of her mother, Therese Dion, who passed away Friday morning, Jan. 17, at age 92.
Read more »
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson shares father's cause of death: 'He went quick'Following the death of his dad, Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson is encouraging everyone to speak to their loved ones. 'Text them. Call them. Go see them, if they're close by and if you can hug them I want you to hug them,' Johnson said.
Read more »