Iron Maiden's Paul Di'Anno dies aged 66 after 'troubled' health battles

Iron Maiden legend Paul Di'Anno has died aged 66 his record label confirmed in a moving announcement

Iron Maiden member Paul Di'Anno has reportedly passed away aged 66.

Paul is best known for having been the lead vocalist for the heavy metal band from 1978 to 1981. A statement issued on social media on a page for the singer on Monday announced his death.

The statement, issued by his record label, read: "On behalf of his family, Conquest Music are sad to confirm the death of Paul Andrews, professionally known as Paul Di'Anno. Paul passed away at his home in Salisbury at the age of 66."

It further stated: "Despite being troubled by severe health issues in recent years that restricted him to performing in a wheelchair, Paul continued to entertain his fans around the world, racking up well over 100 shows since 2023." The record label concluded: "Conquest Music are proud to have had [Paul] in our artist family and ask his legion of fans to raise a glass in his memory."

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