Iron Maiden Alum Paul Di'Anno's death was 'instantaneous,' and due to a an issue with his heart, said his team.

A statement shared to social media on Monday, Oct. 21 by Di'Anno's longtime label Conquest Music confirmed news of his death

The metal world suffered a great loss last month when former Iron Maiden vocalist and solo metal artist Paul Di’Anno suddenly passed away at 66 years old. Fans, former bandmates, and really anyone that ever met the dude shared their stories about how awesome he was and tributes poured in as a result of his passing.

Di’Anno, real name Paul Andrews, passed away at his home in Salisbury on October 21, aged 66. His sisters Cheryl and Michelle have confirmed via social media that he died because of “a tear in the sac around the heart”, which caused his heart to stop.

Former Iron Maiden singer Paul Di’Anno’s cause of death has been revealed after his death last month at the age of 66. Paul Andrews – who was born May 17, 1958 and is better known by his stage name Paul Di’Anno, died at home in Salisbury. He was a beloved former member of the heavy metal band Iron Maiden.

Former Iron Maiden vocalist Paul Di'Anno dies at 66. Cause of death confirmed as heart sac tear. Fans and bandmates remember his legacy in heavy metal.

A cause of death has been revealed for Iron Maiden alum Paul Di’Anno, who died last month at age 66. At the time of Di’Anno’s death, his longtime label, Conquest Music, said he had been dealing with “several health issues” without offering further details.

What were some of your favorite Paul Di’Anno performances or songs? If you enjoyed the Soundhouse Tapes, let us know! Hell, it’s an impressive release packed with energy.