The Rev DEAD – Death of Jimmy Sullivan Avenged Sevenfold Drummer
Jimmy Sullivan aka the Rev is dead. Avenged Sevenfold drummer James Owen Sullivan has died, the Rev’s death confirmed by Avenged Sevenfold tonight.
The Rev’s cause of death is believed to be natural causes. James Owen Sullivan would also know as The Reverend Tholomew Plague, Rat Head, and Mr. Plague.
A drummer and back-up singer for Avenged Sevenfold, and singer for Pinkly Smooth, Jimmy Sullivan has been found dead Monday at his home in Huntington Beach, California.
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Sullivan is survived by wife Leana MacFadden aka Leana Silver.
Notable songs that Jimmy Sullivan sang on for Avenged Sevenfold included “A Little Piece of Heaven”, “Brompton Cocktail”, “Gunslinger”, “Lost”, “Afterlife”, and “Almost Easy”. Sullivan was also drummer with Suburban Legends.
Avenged Sevenfold would win 2006’s Best New Artist at the MTV Video Music Awards.
The band confirmed his death Monday night:
“It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we tell you of the passing today of Jimmy ‘The Rev’ Sullivan.
“Jimmy was not only one of the world’s best drummers, but more importantly he was our best friend and brother. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Jimmy’s family and we hope that you will respect their privacy during this difficult time. Jimmy you are forever in our hearts. We love you.”
Funeral arrangements have not been announced. The Rev will be greatly missed. Send your love.
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on December 29th, 2009 at 3:13 am
http://bit.ly/7Fwp44 Jimmy Sullivan Avenged Sevenfold Drummer
on December 29th, 2009 at 4:25 am
The Rev much known as James Owen Sullivan,
We Will Miss You.. Your Beat and your unique style…
Condolence For Your Family
on December 29th, 2009 at 4:29 am
I Can’t Believe It
I’m So Mourn ……………………
Good Bye …. The Rev, You R 4ever In My Heart
on December 29th, 2009 at 4:55 am
he is my favourite drummer n fav band ! neglecting u are gone ! ;’(
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on December 29th, 2009 at 7:24 am
OMG, so sad, love you guys. My heart goes out to your family, gone too soon…
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on December 29th, 2009 at 11:12 am
Of all the things to read this morning… Another great gone way too early, RIP Rev you will be missed.
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on December 29th, 2009 at 12:18 pm
Rev you were one of the best drummers around your deah will be mourned and you will be greatly missed
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on December 29th, 2009 at 8:14 pm
you were my favorite drummer, best drummer i knew, and part of my favorite band. you will be greatly missed.