Frankie Banali Death | Frankie Banali Obituary – Quiet Riot drummer Frankie Banali has died at the age of 68. His family confirmed that Frankie Banali died after a battle with pancreatic cancer. The drummer had been diagnosed with stage four pancreatic cancer in 2019. According to a statement by his family, he died in Los Angeles on Thursday, 20th of August 2020 surrounded by his wife and daughter.
Banali was born in Queens, New York City, in 1951, and moved to Los Angeles in 1975, where he became a founder member of Quiet Riot. His success with the band included the 10-million-selling classic Metal Health, which topped the Billboard charts in 1983.
Tribute from prominent people flowed in to honor the icon. Scorpions drummer Mikkey Dee said, “Devastating news today! Such a nice guy and respected drummer in the world of rock n roll. Rest in Peace Master Frankie Banali.” Cinderella founder Tom Keifer wrote, “Saddened to hear that Frankie Banali has passed away. Not only was he a talented drummer/musician but also a great human being. He will be missed. Condolences, love & prayers to his family and friends.” Singer Jeff Scott Soto said, “With a VERY heavy heart I share one of the best humans has left us today, my dear friend and drummer Frankiew Banali! I’d known him since 1986, he was always the greatest person 1 could wish to befriend! Suffer no more FB, see you on the other side!”
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