News broke late Friday night that Vinnie Paul Abbott, the legendary drummer and co-founder of bands such as Pantera, Hellyeah and Damageplan, has passed away at 54.
“No further details are being reported at this time (on the cause of death ). The family requests you please respect their privacy at this time.”
Vinnie Paul got his start in Pantera in 1981, forming the band along with brother ‘Dimebag’ Darrell. After Pantera disbanded, the two went on to form Damageplan, which garnered major success, but was cut short due to the tragic passing of Darrell. A couple of years after the devastating passing of his brother, he went on to form heavy metal supergroup Hellyeah, which have toured all over the world and have consistently been one of the most exciting acts in rock.
More details are to be expected later on.
Our condolences go out to the entire Abbott family and his friends that are closest to him.
