Miley Cyrus She took to her Instagram Story on Friday night (March 25) to share a touching tribute to a friend and legend fu fighters drummer Taylor Hawkinswhose death announced Just a few hours ago. she subscriber A smiling picture of Hawkins with the caption: “So I’ll always remember you… My show tomorrow is dedicated to Taylor Hawkins.”
in a second Instagram storyCyrus shared a link to the song “Brass in Pocket” by The Pretenders, saying the song represents her “favorite memories with Taylor,” adding, “Play it repeatedly imagining us laughing…love forever.”
The late drummer died suddenly Friday in Bogotá, Colombia, just hours before the Foo Fighters were set to play at Festival Estéreo Picnic. He was 50 years old.
The shocking news was announced on Friday evening in a statement on the band’s accounts on social media. The cause of death was not immediately revealed. “The Foo Fighters are devastated by the tragic and sudden loss of our beloved Taylor Hawkins,” the statement read. “His musical spirit and infectious laugh will live on with us all forever.”
On Saturday, Cyrus returned to social media once again with a series of tweets to her fans.
“Brazil….I have really been through mental and physical stress for the past few days.” After I had altitude sickness, my plane was struck by lightning and the first person I spoke to after the flight had now passed away…when I got to where I was going, I had bronchitis! “
“I always feel better when I’m honest. To be real, I just want tonight’s show to be perfect for you…but I know neither of you have ever loved me for being perfect…it was actually the opposite. You’ve loved me through all my past struggles I know you will support me now.”
Cyrus admitted, “My mind wants to run….but my heart and soul will never leave Brazil without making the best offer possible for you. It doesn’t align with my values for not sticking to my word. I promised you a show and there will be one! There is so much to celebrate and get excited about… I just feel… That my heart is broken and “human” today….but I’m wearing a superhero suit and I will be strong not only for you but for me! I want to live my truth and my mission! Never give up!”
“Tonight’s Show is in honor of my friend Taylor Hawkins,” Cyrus announced once again. “The worst ass dude I know wants me to shine and sing out loud for the love of rock ‘n’ roll! I got this with a little help from my TH friend above and all of you. Let’s do it.”
A longtime fan of Foo Fighters, Cyrus recently worked with Hawkins to set the drums for her Billy Idol collaboration “Night Crawling” from her 2021 Rock Crossover record. plastic hearts. The Cyrus and Foo Fighters were also highlights of the recent Chilean Lollapalooza Festival, playing on March 19 and 18, respectively.
Brazil …. I have already been experiencing mental and physical stress in the past few days. After I had altitude sickness, lightning struck my plane, and the first person I spoke to after the flight was now dead…when I got to where I was going, I had bronchitis!
– Miley Cyrus (@Miley Cyrus) March 26, 2022
I always feel better when I’m honest. To be real, I just want Tonight’s Show to be perfect for you…but I know neither of you have ever loved me for being perfect…it was actually the opposite. You have loved me through all the struggles of the past and I know you will support me now. 🖤
– MileyCyrus March 26, 2022
My mind wants to run… But my heart and soul will never leave Brazil without giving you the best possible offer. Not in line with my values for not sticking to my word. I promised you a show and there will be one! There is so much to celebrate and get excited about…
– MileyCyrus March 26, 2022
I just feel my heart broken and “human” today…. But I wear the superhero suit and I will be strong not only for you but for me! I want to live my truth and my message! never give up!
– MileyCyrus March 26, 2022
Tonight’s show is in honor of my friend Taylor Hawkins. The worst dude I know who wants me to shine and sing out loud for the love of rock and roll! I got this with a little help from my friend TH above and all of you. Let’s do it. 🦅🖤🤘🏻
– MileyCyrus March 26, 2022
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