Mark Sheehan, guitarist of The Script, has died at the age of 46

Died this Friday, the 14th, Marco Sheehanthe guitarist of the band The script, 46 years old. The news was spread by the band on social media.

The cause of death has not been disclosed. In the announcement, the group only informs that the musician died in hospital after “a short illness”.

“Beloved husband, father, brother, bandmate and friend, Mark Sheehan passed away today in hospital after a short illness. The family and band ask fans to respect his privacy at this tragic time,” the statement reads. publication.

Much loved husband, father, brother, bandmate and friend Mark Sheehan passed away today in hospital after a short illness. The family and group ask fans to respect their privacy at this tragic time. pic.twitter.com/6HaShCk8l4

— the script (@thescript) April 14, 2023

Sheehan was one of the founders of The Script in 2001, along with the singer Danny O’Donoghue, who was his childhood friend. They joined the drummer power of the valley before releasing the band’s debut album in 2008.

The Irish group has been very successful in the UK and, over the years, have become known for hits such as Hall of Fame AND equalize.

According to the newspaper The Guardian, Sheehan was married to a woman named Reena. The two met when she was working as a studio singer and had three children.

In 2022, The Script toured the US and Sheehan was not present for a portion of the shows. At the time, O’Donoghue told the newspaper World Sunday that the guitarist had taken time off to spend time with his family.

*Intern under the supervision of Charlise Morais

Source: Terra