Famous English comedian and musician, Neil Innes has died at the age of 75
According to his agent, Nigel Morton, the star who had not been ill for some time died on Sunday night. (Dec.29)
In a statement, his family said: “It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that we have to announce the death of Neil James Innes on 29th December 2019.
“We have lost a beautiful kind, gentle soul whose music and songs touched the heart of everyone and whose intellect and search for truth inspired us all.
“He died of natural causes quickly without warning and, I think, without pain.
“His wife Yvonne and their three sons Miles, Luke and Barney and three grandchildren Max Issy and Zac give thanks for his life, for his music and for the joy he gave us all.”
The Essex-born and German-raised star was best known for his work with the Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band, The Rutles and collaborating with Monty Python.
Innes was also a member of the band The Rutles, a rock band. He also wrote songs for Monty Python And The Holy Grail including performing the uncredited whistling tune for Idle’s rendition of Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life among many others.
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