Willie Leacox Cause Of Death:
The former American Drummer Willie Leacox, who dedicated his whole life to music, dies at 74, Confirmed by family. Willie Leacox died in the arms of his family in Stockton, Calif. He was associated with the rock band America. The family mentions no cause of death.
The rock band responded to their brother Willie’s death; they took to their social media to release this. Their statement will leave you in tears. “We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of our brother and beloved drummer of 41 years,”
They released another statement. “Willie was an integral part of the America family, and we cherish the time that we shared with him through this crazy journey. “
Moreover, recently, thinking about the loss Willies’s family went, they share their feelings,” We send our love to the Leacox family through this challenging time, and to all, that knew Wil. Rest In peace, Wil. We love you.”
The rock band America is one of the famous bands who gave many hits during the 1970s. A Horse with No Name, I need you, and Sandman was one of their hits. Willie remained a member for more than four decades. The American group members were like his family.
An American actor John Stamos described his grief, “Bummer. I loved his drumming. RIP buddy” His fans and loved one’s poured their hearts out through social media. Here are some of the fan statements.
“Rest easy, William. Thanks for the music.”
“R.I.P. Willie, loved your drumming”
“some of the first fills I ever remember thinking were cool was a pair of fills in “Sister Golden Hair,”” just perfect section setup/transitions to move the song along,”
Willie joined the band America after a few years. America was created in 1970 by Dewey Bunnell, Dan Peek, and Gerry Beckley in London, and initially, they released their first self-titled album. Willie was not a part of the famous song A Horse with No Name as Willie joined the band after some years. The song Horse with No Name was one of the best hits of America; it topped the UK chart. However, he was a part of the group when they released another hit, Sister Golden Hair.
Willie joined the band in 1973 and was a part of the band till 2014.
Moreover, many fans wanted to contribute in honor of Willie. One of his closest people guided the right part to them by saying that those who wish to contribute can send their contributions to the Leacox Family Music Education Scholarship.
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