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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Foo Fighters have been a massive part of my life. they helped me get passed my depression and always make me see the brighter side of life. i will always love and enjoy your music. you were an amazing god like drummer and i know rock will never be the same. RIP king

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Fabian Esquivel

Costa Rica

Taylor you were a unique person a genuine guy your passing has dropped me to the floor to your brothers we hope the time you need to grieve brings you back to us our thoughts are with you and Taylor's family xo

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Lisa

Brisbane

Taylor, I am absolutely gutted by your passing, but your spirit will always be present in this world through your music. Every time I saw the Foos live, your smile lit up the whole place. Thank you for everything you’ve done for this world and music. See you on the other side.

Meredith

Denver, CO

Taylor you were a unique person a genuine guy your passing has dropped me to the floor to your brothers we hope the time you need to grieve brings you back to us our thoughts are with you and Taylor's family xo

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Lisa Campbell

Brisbane

I could never thank you enough for your music. You are a huge inspiration to me and i would be the luckiest person to be just even half as talented as you. The world of music will never be the same without your presence. Foo Fighters will always hold a special place in my heart🖤

Megan

Lost for words, A Legend gone way too soon. 💔 Absolutely heartbroken 😪 Love to dave,the foo's and your family. Taylor Hawkins, you will Never Ever be forgotten ❤️ Rock in Paradise Taylor

Jayne

Cumbria U.K

Wow, what a loss. Taylor, you were an insane drummer and musician. Taken too soon. Rest easy man.

Ant

Essex, UK

R.I.P Taylor.

Janis Healy

London

Rest in peace Taylor....💔💔
See you to the other side... 🖤

Panagiota

Greece

Fly high, the Hawk. Taylor, you are irreplaceable. You leave behind the incredible music you made and so many broken hearts. What a life well lived! Such a lovely person and a legendary drummer. Forever a Foo Fighter. Miss your big smile. In our hearts always xx ♥️

Lesley Chitoriski

Yorkshire, England

Ty! You will so missed!
I had a fortune to be on your last show with the Foo's in Buenos Aires and I enjoy it so so much! I hope you too. Im very very sad about your lost, you are irremplazable!
RIP

Marian

Buenos Aires, Argentina

Peace and love to Taylor’s family and friends.

Jane Gemein

Illinois

Devastated to hear about the loss of Taylor. The Foo Fighters have been easily the most special band to me since I was 17. I go to their music when I'm at my happiest and my lowest. I walked down the aisle to Everlong. Love to the band and his family.

Colleen

RIP Taylor
you will stay in my memory as symbol of my generation. It's artists as you that given me this passion for the Rock and Roll

Miguel

France

Fue un balde de agua fría al enterarme de esta gran perdida. Los había visto recién hace exactamente 1 semana (Viernes 18, Lollapalooza Chile) ese concierto fue hermoso, di todo lo que pude dar al verlos junto a mi pareja. Mi más sentido pésame a sus seres queridos. 4ever Foo ❤👊

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Gianna Reyes

Chile, Concepción, Hualpén

Inspirational, loved, passionate, loyal, talented beyond belief.. I was blessed enough to see you and the guys on a few occasions when you toured the UK. The energy you had was unsurpassed. You gave 110%..Thank you, Taylor. So sad you're not here..Enjoy your eternal peace, 💔❤🖤

Mariea

Leeds, North England

When I first read the news of his tragic passing,I screamed NO! My wife ran down the stairs and said what happened? I told her Taylor Hawkins died last night. She started crying,then so did I. Out condolences go out to his family and the other band members . Massive loss !!!

Michael Hibbard

Quebec,Canada

I'm still at a loss for words and have been stricken with grief since I heard the news of Taylor's passing. So full of talent and life, gone way too soon. I will forever be grateful for the musical legacy he left behind for all of us to enjoy. This isn't goodbye, this is everlong

Jenna Folluo

St. Louis, Missouri

FF has done so much to spread the message of music so genuinely. That has left a lasting impression in me and will forever, just as Taylor's legacy will live on forever. Much love to everyone as we recover from this, especially the Foo and their families.

Mark Burdick

Wisconsin

Taylor… you helped me get through so much man. I never met you personally but as a hyper and energetic kid you showed me it was ok to be me. You taught me that being loud and obnoxious has beauty to it. Your smile and charisma genuinely made the world brighter. There goes my hero

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Sean Nestorick

Colorado

My heart has been heavy since I’ve heard the news. Although I didn’t know you personally, your obvious love for life was infectious. I couldn’t help but smile when you smiled. RIP Taylor. “It’s times like these you learn to live again.”

Tamarra

Wisconsin

I don't want it to be true. Your band has kept me going for 27 years now. You were the heart of the band. I can't even imagine that band without you. Rest In Peace Taylor Hawkins

Kristin

Northern Virginia

It’s so hard to find words. I have loved Taylor since I was in high school and the “Learn to Fly” video came out. My heart is broken and I’m hoping the music can heal it. Endless love to the Hawkins family and the Foos family. We will miss you forever Taylor

Traci

Ohio, USA

Sadness for a person I didn’t know but rocked out too multiple times across 3 different bands. Your infectious smile, cruisey disposition & array of entertaining pants is something I thoroughly loved about you.
Your passing is felt across the globe, a talent gone way to soon ❤️🤘🏻

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Woodsy :0)

Melbourne, Australia

We will miss your beautiful music as much as your infectious smile. Thank you for the many hours and hours of the most awesome drumming ever!
LOVE YOU FOREVER. R.I.P

Valerie

Oregon

So sad to know that you're not going to be laughing and playing with Dave and the rest of the guys anymore. You will be missed more than you could know. But I'll bet you're rocking the heavens singing with Freddy, jamming with Jimmy H and Bonzo. Your music will live on forever!

Philip Himmelreich

Rest easy, you are missed, now, forever always… thank you for being absofuckinglutely amazing! Big love to your family, your band and friends! 💔🤘🏽

Shechonia

Seymour, Indiana

I had the pleasure of seeing Taylor drum live twice, in 2015 & 2018, I will forever be grateful for that. He had so much energy & enthusiasm. He was a true rock & roll legend. Rest In Peace, Taylor.
My deepest condolences to all those who knew & loved him.

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Kylie McIsaac

Canada

I’m still in disbelief Taylor Hawkins has passed away. The chemistry between him and Grohl was magnetic! What talented and charismatic man with an infectious smile gone entirely too. My heart goes out to his family and band mates. RIP Taylor you will be missed dearly.

Shawnee

Houston, TX

Thank you Taylor for being the amazing person you were. I am so grateful that I got to see your brilliance on several occasions .You will be so very missed by so many. 🤍🖤 My thoughts and love to your beautiful family and Dave and the guys . You will never be forgotten 🖤🤍xx

Claire

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Taylor no words can express the devastation we all are feeling 😭 you will be GREATLY missed. Join the great musicians in heaven and show them how it's done. RIP AND ROCK ON 🥁🥁

Vicki Pounders

Houston Texas

Still can't believe you are gone 💔 Thank you for the memories & music, no one can take those away from me. Rest easy ❤️🕊️🖤

Michelle Studer

Ohio

R.I.P. I'm so bummed that you are gone. I have been grieving for days. Today it really hit me to know my favorite band will never be the same because you have been taken far too soon. Thanks to you and the rest of the guys for being the best band ever! 😊

Nicole

Minnesota

Te quiero mucho taylor, y te he llorado como si fueras un ser cercano. Realmente lamento que esto haya pasado ya que todavía tenías mucho que dar
Te amamos mucho y te vamos a extrañar, pero ahora estás en un lugar al que se van los grandes como tú.

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Juice

It felt strange to be so sad over someone I had never personally met, but I was. I’ve seen Foo Fighters in concert twice, and both times amazed at Taylor’s abilities. The world lost a great musician. There will never again be the complete Foo Fighters that shaped the music world.

Amber Banda

El Paso TX

You have touched so many lives, made days better and inspired masses.
You are loved. You will live on in the music. ❤️

Erin

Spokane

I'm so saddened by this loss, he was so young, and it's so unfair. I hope you find peace, Taylor.

I hope Taylor's family and loved ones are also able to find some peace.

Catherine

Canada

Such a great loss for so many. My heart goes out to your family, friend and beloved band mates. Be at peace Taylor, love surrounds you.

OB

Illinois

I had the great honor of seeing you play with the Foo Fighters twice in concert. Both times were beyond amazing and kept me inspired to keep playing music when I wanted to give up. Thank you for the incredible music and everlasting memories. Rest in Power Taylor!

Francisco H.

United States

Such a sad sad loss for his family, the Foos, Dave, the fans, rock music, the world. I can't even begin to imagine the hurt everyone is feeling, I'm just a fan, a life long FF fan and this hurts enough. You will live on in our hearts and through your music. GBNF.

Terry Harborne

Waterlooville

I cannot begin to tell you the impact you and the FF have had on my life over the last 25 years, in the best way possible. Your loss leaves us devastated and a void in music that can never be filled. Thank you for the music and memories. RIP Taylor❤️

Michelle Donahue

Jacksonville, FL

Just all the love in the world to you guys ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

Jessie

Torrance Ca

I do not have the words to explain how sad I am at your passing at such a young age with so much more to give. The Foo Fighters have been such a big part of me and my family’s life. I feel like I have lost a family member. Love and prayers to your family and friends 😢❤️‍🩹

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Nicholle Preston

Sydney

Words can not describe how we all feel about losing you. 💔🦅
Your talent, your smile, your voice. You will be sadly missed.
Now you can jam with Freddie ♥️ You are forever in all of our hearts and will never forget you ❤️ We will see you on the other plain ♥️

Lorraine

Jersey

Words can not describe how we all feel about losing you. 💔🦅
Your talent, your smile, your voice. You will be sadly missed.
Now you can jam with Freddie ♥️ You are forever in all of our hearts and will never forget you ❤️ We will see you on the other plain ♥️

Lorraine

Jersey

Thanks Taylor for the emotions you gave me. Thanks for the music, your smile and your pure soul that you shared with everyone who loved you. Thanks for showing us along with Dave and the others what it really means to be brothers. I will never forget you
❤️ Ciao Tay

Daniela

Italy

gods house band just earned a kick-ass drummer. wishing you happiness wherever you may be, and hopefully we can jam out someday

Olive.P

Canada

I know you are fine where you are Taylor so please shine bright on the ones that loved you the most and are hurting deeply ❤️💔⭐️💫

Sarah

Indiana USA

Condolences to Family and Band Brothers. Thank you for the Great Music. You will be missed.
Heaven’s gain is our loss. 🙏

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Jaime Watts

Boston

I’ve been listening to the Foo Fighters since I was 15 years old, the band had such a huge impact in my life that I named our first child Taylor in honor of the drummer of my favorite band. Rest In Peace Taylor, you will be missed!

Gregory Campany

Erie PA

One of the greatest. I will never forget the beats that helped shape me as not only a musician but a teacher. He will forever be missed by everyone his music touched.

Nick Bishop

Akron, Ohio

I first saw Taylor play live with Alanis in the ‘90’s & was completely blown away with his drumming.
On behalf of the fans in Van, we are all heartbroken & we share in the grief & loss of this amazingly talented musician. RIP Taylor. We love you. 💔😢

Tracy

Vancouver Canada

He was so AWESOME. He will be SOOO missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to Taylor's family, the rest of the band and all their families. The Foo Fighters family and the world lost a great musician and friend.

Heather Hoyt

Wisconsin

I only got to see the Foo Fighters once. Saw them at Blossom music center near Akron. Best show ever!!! Life changing if you will- no joke. The energy and talent that Taylor brought to the stage was amazing. To his family, his friends and his band family, I am so sorry.

Shannon

Warren, Ohio

I only got to see the Foo Fighters once. Saw them at Blossom music center near Akron. Best show ever!!! Life changing if you will- no joke. The energy and talent that Taylor brought to the stage was amazing. To his family, his friends and his band family, I am so sorry.

Shannon

Warren, Ohio

He was so AWESOME. He will be SOOO missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to Taylor's family, the rest of the band and all their families. The Foo Fighters family and the world lost a great musician and friend.

Heather

Wisconsin

Taylor, never did i ever imagine a world with you not in it. Working with you was an absolute blast, your funny shenanigans always made me laugh. seeing you was the highlight of my long day because you always made me smile, i will miss you forever 💔

Stefany Machain

Sydney, Australia

Obviously a brilliant drummer, and based on everything I have read just a fantastic person. That is why we are all really feeling it in our own ways. When I put on this t-shirt I will think of one of the greatest nights of my life and what we brought to the Foos and us. RIP bro.

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GP

New Zealand

When I heard that Taylor die I got so sad that I look the door of my room to cry abs listening to foo fighters and It makes so sad this notice, foo fighters music help me deal with my mental health and the dead of Taylor make me so sad. We will miss him

Celebrity.skin_inthecity

Honduras

God I loved you from afar💔 We are left with our earthly hurts but YOU are soaring in freedom🥁🌈🦋. My thoughts will be with the Hawkins family and Foo Fighters family for a long while . Love and eventual Peace to you all

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Lisa

Portland

You were an inspiration.
You were the one I watched on stage.
You will be greatly missed and I am so grateful I got to see you live in my home town as well as every other gig I went to.
Heartbroken.

Brad Eagland

Geelong, Australia

Taylor, you were/will continue to be a massive inspiration to me, in my eyes and ears no one can play the drums like you, your playing was hard hitting and loud but was so elegant, i will always remember you when i play drums and listen to your beautiful music, much love to all

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Victor pineda

Houston,tx

RiP taylor u are missed saw u at fenway park in 2018.was the ultimate foo fighters concert. Kept your drum solo on my phone.. great memories

Paul

Massachusetts

Taylor, our hearts are so broken 💔💔. May all closest to Taylor find strength in healing as we all go forward on our paths 💙💙

Bernadette

East PA

Thank you for sharing your talent with us. Thank you for showing us a brotherhood of love. Rest well, Taylor. We will miss you

Jessica

St. Louis, MO

Taylor, I got the chance to see you in concert in 2018, I will always remember it because of just how amazing it was. You inspired many with your kindness and passion for music, generations of musicians to come will look up to you and all you created. I will forever be a fan.

Joe Curran

Thank you so much for the music. RIP Taylor. Our world will never be the same. Foo Fighters Forever!

Joyce Howard

Garland, Texas

Another rock legend has been taken from us and went to rock heaven 🎸🤘 Taylor u made some awesome music that will live on forever thank u - to Dave abs the band I can only imagine what ur going thru I have been watching the 60min interviews seeing the love u have for one another

Di

Melbourne, Australia

Taylor,
Your smile would light up a room. Such talent, and a kind and generous soul. I have been a fan since the beginning (1997 Weenie Roast in OC) and it has been one hell of a ride. Your music has touched me deeply and lives on in my heart. Rock on. We love you ❤

Jennifer S

Canton GA

Taylor left a permanent and positive mark on music that will be around as long as humans remain on earth! You will be missed, loved, remembered and respected by all who knew you or truly understood your talents! Dave and Crew my deepest condolences in loving memory of Taylor!

Randy S

Maryland

It’s so hard to comprehend, no words, just heartbreak.
My deepest condolences to your family, band mates and all who are affected by this tragedy 😞 Gone too soon 😞

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Andee

Liverpool

So sorry to hear of Taylor’s passing, he was an incredible drummer, love , hugs and prayers to anyone who knew Taylor, sending love to his family, the Foo Fighters and all his fans,

Annie Murphy

Australia

And then there was a thundering silence …
You are missed.

Scott G.

Chesapeake, Va

Rest Easy & Fly High Taylor 🙏❤️

Faith

US

Taylor, my heart is truly broken. Broken for you, your family, and everyone who's life you touched. I never met you, but you and the rest of the Foo Fighters saved my life with your music. It hurts that I'll never get to tell you how much you mean to me. Thank you and I love you

Matt Kier

To Taylor’s family and to the Foo Fighters as a collective .. THANK YOU for sharing Taylor with the world over. I am completely devastated by this loss and share your grief. To Taylor himself.. thank you for sharing your light. May you FLY HIGH and Rock in Paradise, we miss U

Shana Ortmeier

South Dakota

Taylor, you were so talented. Gone too soon, but never forgotten. Your spirit will live on in the wonderful music you were a part of. You were an inspiration and a true master of your craft.

I wish peace for your family and your Foos family.

Rest Easy T.

Scott

I am grateful that you made our world more joyful and musical. You are part of the continuum of sharing inspiration and community through music,, and I will carry the spirit I learned from you forward. Thank you. Peace to your family, friends, and band.

Christopher Eddy

Avon, CT

You and your music will be missed so much! You were a true talent and your music will forever live on! Love you for making this a much better world to live in.💔❤🙏

Terry Flaherty

Texas

Je suis tellement dévastée par cette tragédie je suis une fan fini du groupe Foo Fighters J’ai eu la chance assisté à deux concerts dans la même semaine à Québec et à Toronto ❤️ Taylor tu étais génial repose en Paix ❤️‍🩹

Carolina Millan

Québec

I’m only one of millions who are in total disbelief that’s you’re gone. Your energy, your disarming smile and charm, and your unbelievable talent will never be forgotten. My heart aches for your family and band brothers as we all try to heal. Have fun rocking up there♥️.

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Adrianna

Connecticut

Gracias por la energía, la alegría y todo el rock que nos diste incansablemente. Un gran abrazo a tu familia y a todos tus compañeros de camino.

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Francisco Lopez

Santiago de Chile

Taylor, I hope you rest easy. RIP.

B.J. Whitman

Bennington VT

Taylor, we all will miss you. Have a good rest mate x

Timothy McNeil

Newcastle, Australia

You have inspired me, though you will never know how much. You've left your mark on so many musicians as well as non-musicians, that is a testament to the beautiful human being you chose to be. Your spirit carries on...

Ric

Appleton, WI

We will miss you always

Paul Brian

Johnson City, TN

Rest In Peace and thank you for the endless hours of music you have filled our world with. I am blessed to have see you perform twice. Praying for your family and the Foo’s as they deal with their loss of you

Andrea Harkins

NJ

I was honoured to have seen your amazing talent live. Carry on shinning brightly Taylor x. To Dave and the band = you take all the time you need,we will be here for you x♥️

Emma Campbell

Lincs UK

A week ago, I was so looking forward to seeing you play live here in December for the third time and bringing our son to see you for his first concert! I can't believe I will never get to see you perform again 💔. So much love to your family. Forever in our hearts!!

Anna

New Zealand

Rest in peace💐
Taylor Hawkins

Emma Birt

Tauranga New Zealand

I've never felt the loss of someone I've never met more than I do Taylor Hawkins. He was an inspiration and incredible musician and soul.
Love and condolences to his family, friends, bandmates and Dave Grohl.

Brandy Severin

Toronto, ON Canada

Thank you, Taylor. 💔

Hannah Toone

Oklahoma

Music has been the soundtrack of my life, and the Foo Fighters collective works have become interwoven with memories. 25 years, and I still listen on repeat You can feel a global sadness. Gone too soon, but remembered always. Condolences to family, friends, the band and the fans

Melissa

Ontario Canada

Sincere condolences to Taylor's family, friends, Dave, Pat, Nate, Chris and Rami. Forever in our hearts xx

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Louise Kadow

Adelaide, South Australia

You rocked this world and made it a better place to be. Rest in Peace Taylor❤️🕊️🥁✌️

Tracy Lyons

East Grand Forks,Minnesota

No words... just heartache!

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Deb Jones

Shelbyville, TN

RIP TAYLOR HAWKINS! You were such a big part of my upbringing I am devastated at this news. I’m a single mother of 3 and last Sunday I bought a drum set. One of us is gonna learn to play drums in your honor DAMMIT! Rest easy you beautiful soul. Much love ❤️

Nicole Thrush

Florida

You missed be missed by so many. We’re lucky to still have the music you left behind. RIP

Donna

Arkansas

My thoughts and prayers are with you xxxx and how much you touch many people with your music thank you for making me happy and sober 4 years

Anthony Thompson

England

I cant belive u have gone 😔 💔 i dont want it to be true 😥i never was lucky enough to see u guys , i have amazing fun memories of the songs and vids u all created 🤗🥰 ur the heart beat of the band 🥁😭 we also got to see ur humour ,kindess and coolness,ur a legend 💪💜🥁😘

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Melisa

Uk

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