Phil Campbell lifeless at 64: Motörhead guitarist passes away after a ‘complicated main operation’

Motörhead guitarist Phil Campbell has tragically passed away aged 64 his family announced on Saturday.

In an emotional statement they paid tribute to the late Welsh rocker who died following a ‘long and courageous battle in intensive care after a complex major operation’.

Following the Motörhead’s disbandment in 2015 upon the death of legendary frontman Lemmy Kilmister, the singer and his three sons formed their own band Phil Campbell and the B*****d Sons.

The group took to social media with statement alongside a black and white snap of Phil with his beloved wife Gaynor.

It read: ‘It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, Philip Anthony Campbell, who passed away peacefully last night following a long and courageous battle in intensive care after a complex major operation’.

‘Phil was a devoted husband, a wonderful father, and a proud and loving grandfather, known affectionately as “Bampi.” He was deeply loved by all who knew him and will be missed immensely. 

‘His legacy, music and the memories he created with so many will live on forever. We kindly ask that our family’s privacy is respected during this incredibly difficult time’.

Devastated fans were quick to share their condolences, writing: ‘Gutted. He was the first guitarist I ever saw live, and the most times too’: ‘So sorry to hear about this. An absolute legend. Rest in power, Phil’: ‘Reunited with Lemmy. Thank you for the Rock & Roll. RIP Phil’.

‘Really sorry to read this…Condolences to you and your extended families lads. Rest well Phil’: ‘our loss is our loss boys truly what a beautiful soul and a super talent .. eternally rock my dear friend’: ‘The greatest Welsh guitarist ever.’