The bassist John Entwistle passed away at age 57, too young.
Biography - A Short Wiki
Bassist for The Who whose bass line in “My Generation” is unforgettable. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
He married Alison Wise on June 23, 1967 and, after their divorce, he married Maxene Harlow on September 21, 1991. He has a son named Christopher.
How did John Entwistle die?
Cocaine Overdose caused John Entwistle's death in 2002.
| Cause of death | Cocaine Overdose |
|---|---|
| Age of death | 57 years |
| Profession | Bassist |
| Birthday | October 9, 1944 |
| Death date | June 27, 2002 |
| Place of death | N/A |
| Place of burial | N/A |
Quotes
We have nine hungry Rottweilers on the farm.
John Entwistle
I set myself up to be a bass guitarist and bass players get a lot more work than people like me.
John Entwistle
I mean, Eighteen years old is the age of consent in Europe and you can go anywhere and do anything you like. In America, it is dumb. At eighteen you should be able to do anything that you like, except get married.
John Entwistle
I ain’t heard anyone play like I do in my band and I am very happy about that.
John Entwistle
I have got an anthology album out. The American version has got the same mixes but the European version, I remixed them in the studio and added a couple of things that I have always wanted to add.
John Entwistle
