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RIP Taylor Hawkins of Foo Fighters: See Tributes from Elton John, Brian Wilson, Liam Gallagher, Miley Cyrus, Incubus, Wolf Van Halen & more

Friday night’s devastating news that Taylor Hawkins was found dead in his hotel room in Colombia at age 50 was met with unimaginable shock and grief from all corners of the music world.
Not only was Hawkins a believed member of Foo Fighters, playing alongside his good friend/band leader Dave Grohl since joining the band in 1997, but he was a revered figure across genres, a lively spirit with a friendliness and laid-back vibe that set him apart from his peers.
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His passing was announced by Foo Fighters in a social media post late on March 25, and even days later it’s still no easier to comprehend. Local authorities in Colombia confirmed that Hawkins had traces of ten different drugs in his system at the time his body was found:
The report from the attorney general of Colombia came in a tweet which said that the 50-year-old musician had antidepressants, benzodiazepines and opioids in his system, along with THC. It did not further specify the drugs that had been found, and the attorney general’s statement avoided using the word “overdose.”
The time since the announcement sparked an outpouring of love, sadness and condolences from some of Hawkins’ peers in rock and roll — but also outside of it, too, exemplary of his stature as a friend to all who came into contact with him … in addition to his status as one of the premier drummers of the past few decades.
Stevie Nicks penned a heartbreaking tribute in a lengthy social media post:
#TaylorHawkins pic.twitter.com/YfnZvRCDg4
— Stevie Nicks (@StevieNicks) March 26, 2022
On stage at Royal Albert Hall in London, Liam Gallagher dedicated his final song, the Oasis classic “Live Forever” to Hawkins, a big photo of the drummer illuminating the stage:
Liam Gallagher dedicated ‘Live Forever’ to Taylor Hawkins tonight ❤️
What an incredible photo
📸 geraintjohn_ pic.twitter.com/UhuTJkemCw
— Mainly Oasis (@mainlyoasis) March 26, 2022
In concert in Iowa on Saturday evening, Sir Elton John dedicated his performance of “Don’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me” to Hawkins, as transcribed by Blabbermouth:
“I got up this morning to see that Taylor Hawkins from the Foo Fighters had passed away, and I was so shocked because he played on my ‘Lockdown Sessions’ album and he was one of the nicest people you could ever meet and one of the greatest drummers and a true musician who loved all sorts of music and loved life. And it seems so sad that at 50 years of age we’ve lost someone who had that much passion. And it makes me so downhearted for his family — his three children and his wife and his other relatives — and, of course, the Foo Fighters who’ve lost a dearest loved one that can never, ever be replaced. But his music will live on. But I can tell you he was a great, great one. So this song is for him and his family and his wife and his children.”
Perry Farrell of Jane’s Addiction issued a video eulogizing his dear friend:
Beach Boys legend Brian Wilson shared condolences:
I’m heartbroken to hear about Taylor Hawkins. He was such a nice young man. Love & Mercy to Taylor’s family and friends. pic.twitter.com/VyqZIP94UZ
— Brian Wilson (@BrianWilsonLive) March 26, 2022
John Mayer posted on Instagram:
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Miley Cyrus, playing at Lollapalooza Brasil — the same festival Hawkins and the Foo Fighters were scheduled to perform this weekend — dedicated “Angel Like You” to Hawkins.
Consequence notes that Cyrus, whose plane was struck by lightning earlier in the week in a frightening experience, said during her performance that Hawkins was the first person she called after the emergency landing:
“He was already at the festival and that would have been a time that I would have gotten to see my friend and I didn’t,” Cyrus said, fighting back tears. “I would have done anything to hang out with him one more time.”
“I know that any time that I get onstage and any time that I get to play with my band — which if anything ever f**king happened to any one of them it would fucking kill me,” Cyrus continued. “So I couldn’t imagine how the Foo Fighters felt today.”
On stage in Boston, Wolfgang Van Halen and Mammoth WVH covered “My Hero” in tribute to Hawkins:
Durante show realizado no último sábado em Boston, o Mammoth WVH prestou tributo a Taylor Hawkins com uma versão de "My Hero", do Foo Fighters. pic.twitter.com/7OFN4vglol
— Van do Halen – #ForaBolsonarogenocida (@VanDoHalen) March 27, 2022
Elsewhere, hardcore/screamo band Underoath also covered “My Hero”:
This one’s for you Taylor. RIP.@foofighters
🎥: @dannewmandp pic.twitter.com/71RU3ekeks
— Underoath (@UnderoathBand) March 27, 2022
On Sunday evening, Alt-J dedicated its encore at Crypto.com Center in Los Angeles to Hawkins, with “My Hero” playing throughout the venue once the house lights came up:
.@alt_J dedicated its encore tonight to Taylor Hawkins and then “My Hero” played over the PA after the closing “Breezeblocks.” #RIPTaylorHawkins pic.twitter.com/gekZo7E67L
— Rock Cellar Magazine (@RockCellarMag) March 28, 2022
Additional social media tributes poured in — and will continue to come in in the days and months ahead.
Mick Jagger:
So incredibly sad to hear of the passing of Taylor Hawkins. My thoughts are with his family and the band at this time. pic.twitter.com/wueydCu5gw
— Mick Jagger (@MickJagger) March 26, 2022
The Who paid homage:
It was with great sadness that we learned of the death of @taylorhawkins . Our thoughts go out to his wife and family. May he rest in peace. Taylor and the @foofighters along with @Pink and @kennyloggins joined us in 2019 for @TeenCancerUSA Backyard Concert. Photo Paul Harries. pic.twitter.com/HjIzoTwvOj
— The Who (@TheWho) March 27, 2022
As did Ringo Starr:
God bless Taylor peace and love to all his family and the band peace and love. 😎✌️🌟❤️🎶🌈☮️ pic.twitter.com/wn2izxn4Vd
— #RingoStarr (@ringostarrmusic) March 26, 2022
Joe Walsh:
I can't find the words…
Taylor you were my little brother. I love you man. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and the band. pic.twitter.com/19CJs0WHcH— Joe Walsh (@JoeWalsh) March 26, 2022
David Letterman:
One of a few drummers our drummer Anton Fig would leave his kit to watch work when Foo Fighters appeared on Late Show. A true R&R giant. This is a very sad day. RIP. pic.twitter.com/1wUQKr9mqi
— David Letterman (@Letterman) March 26, 2022
Slash dedicated the song “Starlight” to Hawkins, “a really close friend of ours”:
So beautiful! “Starlight” was dedicated to Taylor Hawkins yesterday in Orlando 🤘🏻❤️ @Slash
🎥: credits to the owner pic.twitter.com/ro1hHgTxjh
— SMKC Brasilia (@SlashFCBrasilia) March 27, 2022
The Beatles:
Rest In Peace, Taylor Hawkins, the drummer of the Foo Fighters, and one of the best drummers of all time. pic.twitter.com/4KYovnf5zM
— The Beatles (@BeatlesEarth) March 26, 2022
Peter Frampton:
I am so sad and shocked to hear the news about @taylorhawkins. Rest In Peace.
— Peter Frampton (@peterframpton) March 26, 2022
John Densmore of The Doors:
A great, great, drummer and friend has passed. Taylor had written on his bass drum, 'RIP Charlie (Watts)'. Now, RIP Taylor. It is a very sad day.#TaylorHawkins #FooFighters
(Photo Credit: Kelly A. Swift) pic.twitter.com/SjNBQ6VKP8
— John Densmore (@JohnDensmore) March 26, 2022
Pearl Jam:
“Long live Taylor Hawkins. He enriched my life as a dear friend & fellow musician. He brought so much joy to the world of music, he will be forever missed. Our deepest condolences to Alison, Shane, Annabelle & Everleigh Hawkins & the entire Foo Fighters family.”
📸: Ross Halfin pic.twitter.com/ZsnqmjmPaW— Pearl Jam 🇺🇦 (@PearlJam) March 26, 2022
In Las Vegas, Incubus ended its set with a tribute to Hawkins as well — followed by a social media dedication:
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The Instagram page for Rush — whom Hawkins and Grohl inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame — shared some incredible photos in loving memory, including this one in particular of Neil Peart and Taylor side by side:
.@rushtheband shared this photo in an Instagram post paying tribute to Taylor Hawkins of @foofighters. 💔
View the whole post here. https://t.co/RedeO7uYBf pic.twitter.com/CD3rkuG2s9
— Rock Cellar Magazine (@RockCellarMag) March 27, 2022
Taylor Hawkins was such an incredibly positive source of music, energy and love, and a true artist to his very core…there are simply no words to adequately express just how much he will be missed by all – including Alex, myself & entire Rush family. 💔 https://t.co/u8anYMZZXk
— Rush (@rushtheband) March 27, 2022
Pearl Jam guitarist Mike McCready:
I’m sad and shocked about my friend Taylor’s death. I had the opportunity to play music with him, as a singer and drummer, in which he was both amazing! His energy lit up the stage. pic.twitter.com/drPdMGKcpT
— Mike McCready (@MikeMcCreadyPJ) March 26, 2022
Metallica’s Lars Ulrich:
At BottleRock recently, I had the best seat in the house right above you and once again stood in amazement watching as you effortlessly steered Foo Fighters through a two hour festival set with the perfect balance of swing, swagger, bounce and insane chops.
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— Lars Ulrich (@larsulrich) March 26, 2022
Heart’s Ann Wilson:
Bon Voyage Taylor. Travel well! pic.twitter.com/GqEzW7Bf8r
— Ann Wilson (@AnnWilson) March 26, 2022
The Go-Go’s:
Rest In Peace #taylorhawkins He was an incredible talent and a unique human who radiated pure joy when he was behind his kit. We send love and light to his family, his bandmates and to his fans. 💔 pic.twitter.com/kaUZwG0qAg
— The Go-Go's (@officialgogos) March 26, 2022
Gene Simmons:
Hearts broken all over the world. Taylor Hawkins was a kind soul & a monster musician. Drummer for the Foos, Alanis Morrisette & Sass Jordon (who I managed for a time). Taylor and his band were to play our Kiss Kruize in Oct…Prayers and condolences to the Hawkins family. 😞 pic.twitter.com/qBTPJOpLIB
— Gene Simmons (@genesimmons) March 26, 2022
The Tom Petty estate:
Sending the Foo Fighters and their families, management & crew our deepest condolences. Taylor was beloved in the music community and was an integral part to the spirit of the Foo Fighters. Suffering a sudden loss like this is devastating and we send all of our love to everyone. pic.twitter.com/VKbQ2g6tjz
— Tom Petty (@tompetty) March 26, 2022
Dan Reynolds of Imagine Dragons:
incredibly heartbreaking. one of the very best to do it. he seemed to always be smiling that big beautiful smile. rest easy Taylor Hawkins pic.twitter.com/YFpxvNpScx
— Dan Reynolds (@DanReynolds) March 26, 2022
Nickelback:
In utter disbelief at the news of Taylor Hawkins. Our deepest condolences to his family, his bandmates, his team, his friends and everyone that was ever touched by the music he created with @foofighters @Alanis and so many others. This is so incredibly sad. pic.twitter.com/2AUeqpaN94
— Nickelback (@Nickelback) March 26, 2022
And countless more, each one speaking to the amazing musical spirit and energy that Taylor Hawkins provided to the world.
May he rest in peace, and continued wishes of healing and condolence to the extended Foo Fighters family.