Who was The Script band member Mark Sheehan and how did he die?
THE Script's Mark Sheehan has died at the age of 46, the band confirmed on Friday evening.
The Dublin based rock group said Mark passed away after a short illness.
They said: "Much loved husband, father, brother, band mate and friend Mark Sheehan passed away today in hospital after a brief illness. The family and group ask fans to respect their privacy at this tragic time."
Devastated fans from across the globe have paid tribute to the talented musician.
Who was The Script band member Mark Sheehan?
Mark Anthony Sheehan was born on October 29, 1976 in The Liberties in Dublin, Ireland.
He was an Irish guitarist, singer, songwriter and producer.
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Before he joined The Script in 2001, he was a member of Irish boyband Mytown.
Mark was the co-founder and lead guitarist of The Script.
The Script have sold over 20 million albums, with huge hits in songs such as The Man Who Can’t be Moved, For The First Time, We Cry and Hall of Fame.
How did Mark Sheehan die?
On Friday, April 14, 2023 it was announced that Mark had died in hospital following a short illness.
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It's currently unknown what his cause of death was - or what illness he was suffering with.
Recently Mark had taken time out to be with his family - as his bandmates and Glen took on the American leg of their tour.
Was Mark Sheehan married and did he have any children?
Mark married Texas-native Rina Sheehan in 2005.
The couple were married for 17 years before it was revealed that Mark had shockingly passed away on Friday.
The couple have three together, a son Cameron who is 18, and two young daughters Avery, and Lil.
