Metal Anarchy

David Johansen (New York Dolls) has sadly passed away. He was 75 years old.

Johansen’s representative commented:

“David Johansen died at home in New York City on Friday afternoon holding hands with his wife Mara Hennessey and daughter Leah, surrounded by music, flowers, and love. He was 75 years old and died of natural causes after nearly a decade of illness.”

Another statement was shared via Sweet Relief:

“David Johansen passed away peacefully at home, holding the hands of his wife Mara Hennessey and daughter Leah, in the sunlight surrounded by music and flowers.

After a decade of profoundly compromised health he died of natural causes at the age of 75.

David and his family were deeply moved by the outpouring of love and support they’ve experienced recently as the result of having gone public with their challenges. He was thankful that he had a chance to be in touch with so many friends and family before he passed.

He knew he was ecstatically loved.

There will be several events celebrating David’s life and artistry, details to follow.”