Taylor Hawkins

1972 - 2022

On March 25th, 2022 the Foo Fighters family tragically lost Taylor Hawkins. We at FooFightersLive send our condolences to his family, friends, and every other member of the large Foo Fighters Family.

As fans we are also of course hugely devasted by this loss and wanted to offer a place for fans around the world to leave a short message in memory of the man we all loved, whether we met him or not. When the time is right we will forward the page to Foo Fighters management.

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There are no words to describe how we feel at losing you. Had the privilege to see you play at the best gig I've ever been too. Thank you for that memory of a day with my sons I will never forget RIP Taylor I hope wherever you are in the Cosmos you have your drums xx

Lorna Price

Fleetwood

My very first foo concert you caught my eye, the way you were oozing awesomeness and the love you shared for fans. An amazing crazy animal drummer. It won't be the same without you but I will never forget that very first foo concert and the way the whole band came together as one

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Sarah Mcgarry

Queensland

You were so much more than just a drummer ……. A father, husband and friend who will never be forgotten ….. my heart and soul go out to your family and friends at this horrendously sad time …….
Keep drummer up there and forever stay the funny talented man you were RIP Taylor 💔

Laura Firpi-Masterson

Christchurch UK

Thank you for you. Your smile, your love, your drumming.
Rock in peace ✌️

Nikki

England

R.I.P Taylor Hawkins ❤️ I still cannot believe you have gone 💔 the world has lost a true legend of music too soon 😢 my thoughts and condolences to your family and the foo family. Keep on rocking my friend 🤘

David

Australia

Taylor,

Music will not be the same without you. Just the thought of not getting to see you on the drums or wait for your solo at a Foo fighters concert breaks my heart. We love you and miss you. I hope you are rocking up there ❤️

Rimi

Dubai

I’m incredibly saddened. My heart is so so heavy. What a massive loss to rock ‘n’ roll. Taylor was a giant force of nature in heart and artistry. We will miss you forever

Kathy kear

Berkeley, ca

I am so grateful I had the opportunity to see the Foo Fighters live, and experience the powerhouse that was Taylor Hawkins. A truly talented musician and really nice guy. RIP Taylor, you will be missed 🥁🤘💔😢

Robyn

Perth, Western Australia

This sucks! This one hurts! You will forever be missed!!! Love. Peace. Rest in paradise Taylor... 🤟🥁

James Casas, Jr.

To say Foo Fighters music saved my soul is a gross understatement. My source of joy & love for 10 years. I feel the anguish of the band family and fans in my heart. RIP Taylor Forever in my soul 💜💔

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Christy Young

Virginia Beach Va

A loss to so many, but ultimately the loss of a father, and friend to those closest.
Rest in Peace lovely Man. I will think you you now whenever I hear thunder drumming in the heavens 🖤

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Sue

Somerset, UK

So sad to hear your lost, we have loved you when you have came out to Australia for concerts. Your loving memory for continue through your family, your band all your fans for a lifetime. Thanks for the best concerts, we are sure you will shine down on Dave & the band for lifetim

Rhian & Jodie Patching

Brisbane, Australia

I’m 💔 and devastated. That pales to what Alison, their children, Dave, Pat, Nate, Shifty and Rami would be feeling. Thankful Dave said “Australia’s opened its borders. Let’s go”. Geelong was a blast. Taylor you were the best. 💔

Robyn Harrop

Melbourne Australia

A master at your craft, many people around the world looked up to you, learned from you, you have been a great influence in the music industry. You and your positive energy will be greatly missed. A massive hug to all the loved ones around you. Rest in Peace

Priska

Croatia

Absolutely gutted to hear that Taylor Hawkins is no longer with us .
Thoughts and love to Taylors family , friends and the band .
Fly high Taylor ..you will be missed greatly but never forgotten 💔

Rachel

Chichester UK

Dear Taylor Hawkins thanks for your love and dedication to music to the pure rock and roll your Joy as a person and musician was contágious, you Will be always rememberrd in the history of music. Rest in Peace (descansa em paz amigo) Obrigado.
Henrique
Portugal

Henrique Veríssimo

Sintra, Portugal

Absolute legend, fly high Taylor, you will be missed!xx

Debbie Garrett

Wales

Taylor, you will really be missed. You drummed for Dave and you 2 were like brothers from different mothers! Have no words, just want you to rest in peace! Me and my Husband Dirk's hearts are broken!

Jaconette Conradie

South Africa

RIP Taylor, gone too soon 🥁🙏🌹

Liz

Melb - Aus

RIP Taylor, you were the Best.
Love and prayers to the the rest of the band, your friends and family xx

Lisa

Marlow, UK

You are greatly missed. You added so much joy and character to the Foo Fighters. Seeing you interact with Dave was not only entertaining but touching. You’ve been taken much too soon. Hope your loved one find peace. Hope you do, too. Thank you.

Susana

San Diego, CA

Taken from us to soon you had so much more to share with us all, you will never know how many people you helped and saved with just doing what you loved and just being you. You will be missed Taylor but will never ever be forgotten and will always be in our hearts, we love you. ❤

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Cherise Tobit

Isle Of Wight (United Kingdom)

Your energy, your talent, your passion and your sense of humour have had such a huge impact on so many people. There will never be another one like you, Taylor. 🖤

Veronica

London

Rest in peace Taylor...you will remain alive in us thanks to your songs

Nicco

Pisa

Nos meus 30 anos de vida, nunca imaginei uma dor tão grande vindo da musica como a perda de Taylor agora, nesses 20 anos como fã de Foo Fighters não consigo escrever uma dor tão grande, da mesma forma, não consigo imaginar a dor dos meus queridos foo's agora, o mundo ama vocês !

Fabio

Sao Paulo - Brazil

You'll only know now, how you managed to change and influence so many. Rest in beats brother, see you in Foohalla. We will continue to turn it up loud in your memory.

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The Silvers

Carlisle, UK

Totally devastated for you guys. Had some amazing memories watching you live. Miracle was our first dance at our wedding. Fly high Taylor you were one on a kind 💔

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Dave Currie

Bellshill, Scotland

Taylor,
Your infectious smile, energy, passion, and presence will be forever missed.
Thank YOU & the Foos for impacting my life in the most amazing way possible,
Rock ON with the angels,Taylor Hawkins !! 💔🤘🏼🙏🏼❤️♾

Diana

Chicago

All my life…your….My Hero…for… Everlong…I’ll never forget…Times like These…
Manchester 28th May 2016
Love you Brother … RIP

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Ian hotson

England

Taylor Hawkins you meant so much to me and I saw you put your all into your incredible band.I was inspired by you and your passion. The world is dimmer without you in it. I hope I have the honor to meet you wherever it is we end up after this life. RIP

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Michelle Baccus aka YouRockBuddy

Oakland, CA

Taylor,Anyone who knows me knows I'm obsessed with the Foo Fighters and one of my favorite things was listening to your beautiful voice! It was unique and amazing,you are truly going to be missed and we love you! Fly high angel 💙

Melanie

Texas

The heartbeat of the greatest rock band on the world.
Seeing you live a few weeks ago now a cherished memory. Thoughts and love to your family, friends, and all the fans around the world. RIP Taylor, irreplaceable 💔

Julie

Melbourne, Australia

What we do in life echoes threw enternity.
Gone but not forgotten as the beat goes on as the Symbols zing. I will never forget that thrumming only now it's not the drums, its the flapping of your wings.
May you rest and Rock on forever 🤘🤟🙌🥁

Louise Marie

Taylor Hawkins you meant so much to me and I saw you put your all into your incredible band.I was inspired by you and your passion. The world is dimmer without you in it. I hope I have the honor to meet you wherever it is we end up after this life. RIP

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Michelle Baccus aka YouRockBuddy

Oakland, CA

Você foi uma pessoa incrível, cheia de luz, com um dom inigualável! Obrigada por compartilhar sua trajetória conosco! Jamais esquecerei do melhor show da minha vida! Vá em paz, nos encontramos aí em cima!♡♡

Ana Claudia Romani Leme

Brasil

Rest easy Taylor, I hope that somewhere beyond you can see how much you were loved. Sending thoughts and prayers to all of your family ❤️🌹

Jacq

England

A sad day. This news hit hard.
May you Rest In Peace. Goodnight!😔

Judy Konnecke

Orange County, Ca.

Sad Loss , one of the BEST drummers ever , will be missed forever . LEGEND Xxx♥️

Tracy

Liverpool , England

I will always remember Taylor as the most talented and respected drummer but ultimately he was the coolest dude. He was a pleasure to watch on stage and even better to chat to in person. One of a kind. He will be missed ❤️

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Beck

Melbourne, Australia

I will always remember Taylor as the most talented and respected drummer but ultimately he was the coolest dude. He was a pleasure to watch on stage and even better to chat to in person. One of a kind. He will be missed ❤️

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Beck

Melbourne, Australia

Devastated, isn't the word. Rest in peace Taylor. Sending love to your family, the foo family and to all fans like me and my family, who just still don't believe it.

Angie, John and family

Hull, England

Rip Taylor...... taken way too soon. You are loved beyond measure and your energy, skills and infectious smile will be missed. Big hugs goes out to all those that know and love you. Xxx

Siobhan

England

I never met Taylor. I only saw him once live in Hamburg in 2018. But I loved his play at the drums, his singing, that he had fun on the stage - with Foo Fighters or his own projects. I loved his energy. He will be missed. A lot. Rest in Peace Talyor!

Elisabeth

Germany

"The Foos" ha marcado a fuego mi vida entera. Con su música, con la sencillez y alegría de cada presentación he crecido sintiéndome feliz con escuchar un solo acorde. Tu sonrisa adoraré por siempre amado Taylor! Fuerza Foos Family. De pie por y para Taylor y su familia! Los amo!

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Hugo Daniel Benitez

Argentina

Everyone here has a memory linked to a Foo fighters song and to see the amount of happiness and joy you brought to all of us is just incredible. Rest In Power 🖤

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Alex H

Somerset, UK

I’m so glad I got to see you in Geelong Australia, the best concert EVER. I’m so sorry for the loss of your friend /brother . Taylor will live on in the music . Heaven must be having one hell of a concert up there , 😘💖💖💖this is a picture from the Geelong Concert

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Lou

Geelong Victoria, Australia

Still can't believe you've left us. I hope you're up there rocking out with Freddie, I can only imagine the fun you'll be having. Thanks for the incredibly metronomic beats that are just so devastatingly irreplaceable. We are forever heartbroken. Rest easy Taylor x

Michelle

Melbourne, Australia

You will be forever missed… you and the Foos music helped me through the worst times in my life . My heart is shattered for us fans your loved ones and band members.. rest easy hopefully see you perform on the flip side one day

Donna

UK

Taylor will always be missed and live will bever be the same again. But how lucky are we to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard. He left us so much and Has touched the hearts and lives of so many. May we all find a little piece and strength in this. In his honour.

Tine

Germany

RIP Taylor Thank you for the music taken far too soon but the memories last forever 💔 x

Jane

England

I’ve never met you, but it felt like we could’ve been a friend. You seemed to be the coolest, most humble and friendliest guy in R&R (along with DG). You will be a huge loss to the world of music and beyond. Stay cool. Rest in peace bro #Learntofly

Chris

Taunton uk 🇬🇧

Rest in peace Hawk. Such a loss to Rock and Roll. Pound those Drums forever in Heaven.

Tony Hancock

Melbourne Australia

I did not grow up with a father figure. You and Dave were my inspiration as a teen. Fun, kind, experts in your field, and totally badass! You helped me take the right path and broke my glass ceiling. Thank you for making my life better, for shaping who I became as a person❤️

Stan

Dublin

A truly talented soul taken far too soon, may you rest in eternal peace 🤟❤

Nicola Brannigan

Scotland

Lighting up the world with your music. An amazing musician.

Gemma Squire

Ledbury, UK

I was there when we said goodbye to Malcolm Young, it's heartbreaking now to say goodbye to Taylor. The Foo Fighters are joy, friendship, and great rock n roll, that will always be Taylor's legacy. A true legend. My heart goes to those closest to him. We love you.

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Miriam Gudiño

Guadalajara, México

The Foos were the first gig my Dad took me to. 10 years on and nothing would ever compares to a FF set. Taylor you were an inspiration; your spirit and smile infectious and this shines on stage. What rock has lost, heaven has gained. RIP Taylor, you’re a legend ❤️

Ellie

London

A bright beautiful light has just gone out and the world is a little less bright RIP taylor 🙏 💔 thank you for being you

Roslyn

Australia

This is so wrong!
Just a fan but heartbroken like a family member died.
Can't imagine how his beloved ones feel right now. All the power to his relatives, Dave, the band and the whole foo family to get through this rough time and to carry on. May your soul rest in peace, Taylor!

Frank

Germany

RIP Taylor Hawkins, sadly missed but will live for eternity through your music 🥁❤️

Richard E

UK

Hey Taylor What a big loss, may you start the best band up there. All the best to your Family and your music partners and friends. You will be forever be missed

Renier

South Africa

Still hasnt sunk in that you are not here anymore, you were just so full of life,a big ball of energy
One hell of a drummer in the best band in the world, you will never be forgotten, a true legend lives on forever,
Always in my heart
Rest in Peace Taylor
Foofighters 4 ever 💙

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Debra

Gateshead UK

You were such a great musician. You gave us all such wonderful memories. Sending prayers and strength to your family. Your bandmates. May you fly high with angels.RIP. 💜😪🙏💜

Kathleen Chevalier

Smithfiled, RI

Rest easy Taylor, an amazing musician who will be missed. Only saw you live once but will treasure treasure the memory.

Sue Eaton

UK

The loss of Taylor must be a wake up call to Dave and the band, even though they may not use the drugs that killed Taylor they need to turn their lives over to GOD who will protect them from the evil that is trying to kill all of us,

Charles D. Hargrave

Bremo Bluff, Virginia

You were the best 🥁🥁

Pauline

Scotland

OMG.. STILL in shock & DEVISTATED by the news of Taylor's passing... Word's just don't cut the feeling of GRIEF, ... Have seen you guy's, FOO FIGHTER'S, playing since day dot, & every BIG DAY OUT TOUR in ADELAIDE, that you did... Taylor is a LEGEND... Stay STRONG DAVE!! 🙏💖😇

Sonia Merritt

THORNLANDS, QLD

I was fortunate to see the foo fighters a few years back, in Prague. One of the best nights of my life...my heart aches with all of you, i am so sad and can't imagine the foo's without Taylor Hawkins......all my love to you. May you never know grief again 💔

Mili goor

Israel

Awesome drummer RIP dude tou deserve it , peace .

Lopez Julien

Montpellier France

💔 Heaven has the beat now. 🥁 🎶 🎵 🥁

Luke Sargeant

Melbourne Australia

Deepest condolences to Taylors Family,
the band all his friends. Devastated beyond words💔 you will be missed by so many ..legends never die they simply become stars in our universe for us to continue admiring! Rest easy Taylor ❤ 🤟🏼

Marie B

Oldbury uk

Te amamos/ aunque creo que esto no debía pasar. Besos al cielo.

Gabriela Parra

Ecuador

I saw you in concert 5 times and loved every one of them. You were an amazing drummer. In every interview you could see your funny and kind spirit. I am heartbroken you are gone. You will never be forgotten. Hugs to you, your family and everyone dealing with the loss of you.

Nicole Parra

Fresno, CA

I love Taylor Hawkins. He was a titan of drumming and a first rate musician and songwriter. His music, all of it, inspired me and helped me find my way through the dark. He was by all accounts a wonderful man. I’m so sorry for your loss. Long live Taylor Hawkins! A true legend.

Steven Valdovinos

Downey, CA

Losing Taylor is so heartbreakingly devastating. I never met him, but feel like I always knew him. Thank you for the music and the laughter. Thank you for being a click away to the soundtrack of my life. Thank you for sharing in my joys and healing my heartaches. 💔💔💔💔💔

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Emilly

Minnesota

Gone too soon. Sad loss to the music world. Thank you for the music. RIP Taylor 😢

Tracy Tinkler

Kent England

As a family we listen to your music and attended a couple of concerts - the impact of your music, energy and zest for life is and has been an inspiration to us. Thank you for being you and sharing your talent with us, we have been blessed. Rock on in the after life ❤️

Briony , Liam and Nathan Gatt

Melbourne Victoria Australia

As a family we listen to your music and attended a couple of concerts - the impact of your music, energy and zest for life is and has been an inspiration to us. Thank you for being you and sharing your talent with us, we have been blessed. Rock on in the after life ❤️

Briony , Liam and Nathan Gatt

Melbourne Victoria Australia

I think we are all still in shock. We not only lost the best drummer in the world. We are losing a amazing friend, a dad and a husband. He was soooo young and full of mind blowing talent. The one thing that I
Really really loves about Taylor, HE WAS REAL!! Rest in Heaven

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Sherri Purcell

Indianapolis, Indiana

Too young to leave us, you accompanied me half of my life. Foo fighters aren't the same without you. Rest in peace sweet Taylor😢💗

Nadine

German, living in Italy

Still can not believe it 😢 fucking best drummer of fucking best rock band ever!!! We will mis you, Foo Fighters will be not the same without you ❤️

Ilse

Belgium

Never met you Taylor, but felt that I knew and loved you, as I do the rest of the band. My heart is broken. 💔

Ellen

UK

Still cannot believe that you won't be around any more, that you won't be playing any more,it won't be the same without you. RIP

Lara

Spain

The world has lost a brilliant musician and a great voice.
Listening to On the Mend I´m thinking; this time it is Dave, Pat, Chris, Nate, Rami and the whole Foo Family who must mend, heal and find the strength to go on. All my love goes out to them.

Anna

Sweden

My condolences to the Hawkins family and to the Foo Fighters. Although I only had the privilege of seeing them perform live only 1 time in my life (2017 Bangkok Thailand), that memory will be cherished forever. Aloha Oe Taylor Hawkins. Mahalo Nui Loa Foo Fighters. 🖤🖤🖤

Lilia Santos

Hawaii

RIP Taylor, heaven has just got a little louder. I never met you but you will be so missed. Thinking of your family and friends and of course your amazing Foo Fighters family 💔

Hels

Cheltenham, UK

Taylor. You where an inspiration to me growing up in the 90’s. We never met in life but you are with me every time i pick up my sticks. RIP brother.

Martijn Warren

Brisbane

One of the great ones. Inspired me to take drum classes 💛 always be reminded

Ana miguel

Sintra Portugal

The energy, the smile, the passion & your ability to sweep us all along with your talent, you will be live forever through people who know you now & those generations who are yet to discover you ❤️ RIP Taylor🙏

Gillian & Scott Hill

Hereford England

Can't believe the drum beat has stopped. It's a sad, tragic, loss that was way too soon by far. Heartfelt condolences to your family, friends, band members and fans 💔

Lorna

Ireland

This was such a shock.. gone way too young but what a life you have lived in your 50 years.. RIP Taylor. Your music will forever play in my heart. 🥁🥁🥁 Rock on

Leanne

Australia

still can’t believe you’re gone. It’s just not right. Such a beautiful man with so much talent , so much energy and you were so loved! So happy I got to see you play live a few times , the last being 02 2018 ❤️ Taylor…You rocked the show big time!! Sweet dreams❤️

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Carly

London

Absolutely heartbroken 💔 . I was due to see you for the first time in June. Taylor you was an inspiration thoughts and prayers go to your wife, kids, Dave, Pat, Chris, Nate, Rammi and their family’s. Also all your fans ❤️ You will never be forgotten, heaven as gained A true hero

Kerry

Merseyside UK

I had the honor of seeing the Foo Fighters live show in Geelong recently. Never would I have believed that this was the last performance I would see Taylor. He surfed close to my home at winki pop too, so very vibrant. My heart goes to Taylor’s family, his kids and the band 💔

Penny

Torquay Victoria Australia

I’ll be forever grateful that you gave us music that made us laugh, cry, memories that are unforgettable & even some that helped us all say the things We never could express… thank you for being you Taylor!!! Keep rocking the heavens & moving us here on Earth 🥰😘😇 We love you!

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Cammy Pebsworth

Wasilla, Alaska

I’ll be forever grateful that you gave us music that made us laugh, cry, memories that are unforgettable & even some that helped us all say the things We never could express… thank you for being you Taylor!!! Keep rocking the heavens & moving us here on Earth 🥰😘😇 We love you!

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Cammy Pebsworth

Wasilla, Alaska

We love you so dearly Taylor, you drumming moved us all in one way or another and the music scene would not be the same with out you, keep rocking in heaven man

Matthew

New Zealand

Rest in peace Taylor, much love to ur family and bandmates, fly high🥁💜

Robyn

New Zealand

Gone forever, but never forgotten!
Your Music and smile will live forever in our hearts!

Martin

Germany

Heaven took you to early ❤️ maybe god needed another angel. You will be missed thoughts and prayers 💕 to your family friends a sad day when you left their sight may you always watch over them always 💞

Caroline

Australia

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