Paul Andrews, better known by his stage name Paul Di'Anno, a former member of the band Iron Maiden, has passed away this Monday, October 21.
"On behalf of his family, Conquest Music is saddened to confirm the passing of Paul Andrea, known professionally as Paul Di'Anno," read a media statement.
The statement confirmed that he died at his home in Wiltshire: "Paul passed away at his home in Salisbury aged 66".
Born in Chingford, East London on 17 May 1958, Paul first became known as the lead singer of the English Heavy Metal band Iron Maiden between 1978 and 1981.
He sang on their debut album Iron Maiden, and on the follow-up album, Killers. Although in a wheelchair due to deteriorating health, he never stopped performing.