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Vinnie Paul, drummer for Pantera, Damageplan and Hellyeah, passed away on June 22 at the age of 54.
It has been revealed that he passed away in his sleep due to a heart attack. Many in the rock community have reached out on social media to pay their condolences, including Philip Anselmo and Rex Brown of Pantera
Pantera vocalist Phil Anselmo + ex-bassist Rex Brown tribute Vinnie Paul pic.twitter.com/tKhbeQoupJ
— Loudwire (@Loudwire) June 25, 2018
The last few days have been very difficult & painful. At this time, I need more time to process my feelings. Thank you for all the love that has been sent. A formal press release will be coming shortly. Rest In Peace Brother Vinnie! pic.twitter.com/55DJFpKCqR
— REX BROWN (@REJASFROMTEJAS) June 24, 2018
Thank you for all the good times, Vinnie…your incredible hospitality and warm vibe was infectious and inspiring. Here’s to another shot of Crown Royal and a next level game of air hockey down the road! RIP, brother. Much love. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/ehNXoO88jY
— Lars Ulrich (@larsulrich) June 23, 2018
RIP Vinnie Paul. He and his brother were always so kind to me. Now they’re together forever. pic.twitter.com/NmcAIgtzkf
— greg dulli (@MrGregDulli) June 23, 2018
Rest In Peace, Vinnie Paul. ❤️🥁🤘 pic.twitter.com/nihwxcCEU8
— GWAR (@gwar) June 24, 2018
Vinnie…..to the man with the slickest kicks and the best vibe ALWAYS. You inspired us all, not only with your music, but with your love and hospitality. You were one in a million, and will be missed… pic.twitter.com/CTa5rWClJl
— Foo Fighters (@foofighters) June 23, 2018
Sad news about Vinnie Paul, our first trip to Dallas at Trees, he and Dime (RIP) came out. We were on same label (Atlantic), but I heard they did that with all new bands, bein’ the cool guys they were. Made the mistake of drinkin with ‘em all nite…pee, meet pants in the am! RIP
— Mark McGrath (@mark_mcgrath) June 23, 2018
Sad 2 hear of Vinnie Paul of #Pantera passing…great guy…RIP
— Billy Idol (@BillyIdol) June 23, 2018
My heart is broken. Vinnie you were one of the first Rockstars I ever met, you sang “It’s Not You”to me in Texas before it was even a thing. You gave me my first strip club experience and… https://t.co/MFgFeF9QZq
— Lzzy Hale (@LZZYHALE) June 23, 2018
RIP Vinnie Paul. Friend. Humorist. Badass drummer. All-around good man. Condolences to the family. You will be missed bro…
— Duff McKagan (@DuffMcKagan) June 23, 2018
I can’t believe I forgot about this…
— Zach Myers (@ZMyersOfficial) June 24, 2018
Vinnie Paul
Myself @CoreyTaylorRock @DemmelitionMH
And Jason Christopher
Playing Pantera “Fuckin’ Hostile” https://t.co/rgSVkIZ6DN
RIP Vinnie
We are deeply saddened to hear that our dear friend and brother, Vinnie Paul has passed away. Rest in Peace Vinnie, you will truly be missed and forever remembered. @Pantera @hellyeahband #VinniePaul pic.twitter.com/1y6r0mBRy5
— Megadeth (@Megadeth) June 23, 2018
RIP Vinnie Paul, such a sad day..what a loss for the rock and metal community, such a legend.. pic.twitter.com/7pGygJqw01
— Mark Tremonti (@MarkTremonti) June 23, 2018
Remembering our friend Vinnie Paul today. A good man gone way too soon. https://t.co/EhvMRYSpzk
— Alice in Chains (@AliceInChains) June 23, 2018
So sad to hear of the death of Vinnie Paul. Loved when Pantera did shows with us and in later years Vinnie was always front and center at all KISS shows. RIP and condolences to his family. https://t.co/DaQREBNVW7
— Paul Stanley (@PaulStanleyLive) June 23, 2018
Thank you for sharing you’re gift with us all. Rest In Peace Vinnie Paul.
— Cody Jinks (@CodyJinksMusic) June 23, 2018
Just hearing news about Vinnie Paul. Very sad. Brother’s reunited. Thanks for destroying the boundaries of music and putting groove into metal. You guys are untouchable. Period
— Clint Lowery (@clintlowerynet) June 24, 2018
Just sitting here realizing I’ve lost 4 of my drumming friends in the last few years (not to mention countless of other fellow musicians as well) Life is indeed precious and can be taken from us at any time…love your friends & family each day as it was your (or their) last! pic.twitter.com/3f9UgUEbiB
— Mike Portnoy 🤘 (@MikePortnoy) June 24, 2018
A man truly deserving of every accolade I’ve read pouring in from across the world today. Humbled to call Vinnie my friend. vinniepaul3 @Pantera hellyeahofficial @ Las Vegas, Nevada https://t.co/VwRDy7xFGY
— Chris Kael (@5FDPChrisKael) June 23, 2018
Vinnie Paul will be remembered not only for the great music he made, but also for how he helped others get through tough times https://t.co/2rbYOBXdeY
— Revolver Magazine (@Revolvermag) June 23, 2018