Bay City Rollers lead singer Les McKeown has died at the age of 65, his family has said.
They announced the news via Twitter writing: "It is with profound sadness that we announce the death of our beloved husband and father Leslie Richard McKeown."
The family has asked for privacy at this time saying that they are deeply shocked by his unexpected passing. No cause of death has yet been given. Arrangements are being made for the funeral, which will be restricted to 30 guests as per COVID-19 protocol.
— Les McKeown (@LesMcKeownUK) April 22, 2021
The band's official Twitter account posted to say they were "saddened" by the news and send their prayers to the McKeown family.
We are saddened by the news of Leslie McKeown’s death. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife Peko and his son Jubei, their family and friends. Rest In Peace, Leslie. pic.twitter.com/TkmBNgNMaP
— Bay City Rollers Official (@thebcrofficial) April 22, 2021
The Bay City Rollers were a Scottish pop-rock band known for their worldwide teen idol popularity in the 1970s. They were often dubbed the "tartan teen sensations from Edinburgh", and were hailed as one the “biggest bands since the Beatles” in their day. They were the cause of teen hysteria in the 70s known as Rollermania, with pop hits like Saturday Night, Money Honey and I Only Want To Be With You
McKeown is survived by his wife Peko Keiko and their son Jubei.
May you RIP.
