A statement on behalf of Shane MacGowan’s wife Victoria Mary Clarke, his sister Siobhan and father, Maurice.

It is with the deepest sorrow and heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of our most beautiful, darling and dearly beloved SHANE MACGOWAN. Shane died peacefully at 3.30 am this morning (30 November, 2023) with his wife and sister by his side.
Prayers and the last rites were read during his passing.
He is survived by his wife Victoria, his sister Siobhan and his father, Maurice.
Further details will be announced shortly but the family ask for privacy at this very sad time.

Photo: Andy Catlin