PAUL STANLEY, SLASH, RUDY SARZO, DEE SNIDER, GLENN HUGHES, Others React To Passing Of QUIET RIOT's FRANKIE BANALI
August 21, 2020Paul Stanley (KISS),Slash (GUNS N' ROSES),David Coverdale (WHITESNAKE),Dee Snider (TWISTED SISTER),Rudy Sarzo (QUIET RIOT),Charlie Benante (ANTHRAX),Glenn Hughes (DEEP PURPLE),Mike Portnoy (DREAM THEATER, SONS OF APOLLO),Jeff Scott Soto (SONS OF APOLLO),Ron Keel (KEEL) and BULLETBOYS are among the musicians who have reacted to the passing of QUIET RIOT's Frankie Banali. The drummer died last night (Thursday, August 20) after a battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 68 years old.
Frankie was diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer on April 17, 2019 and given six months to live. He put up an inspiringly brave and courageous 16-month battle to the end and continued playing live as long as he could. Standard chemotherapy stopped working and a series of strokes made the continuation on a clinical trial impossible. He ultimately lost the fight at 7:18 p.m. on August 20 in Los Angeles surrounded by his wife and daughter.
Frankie is survived by his devoted wife Regina, loving daughter Ashley, many dear friends, dedicated fans, and a menagerie of rescue animals, all of whom are family. He was a longtime advocate for animal rescue, a spokesperson for the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, and a sponsor of Children International. Donations in his name are encouraged for Fixnation.org, Aspca.org, Pancan.org, or Children.org. His wish for everyone is that you be your own health advocate for early detection so you may live long and rescue many animals.
Funeral plans will be announced at a later date.
Banali was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer after going to the emergency room for shortness of breath, leg pain and loss of energy. A scan of his lungs caught an image of his liver, which is where the first spots were seen. Then came the discovery of a tumor on his pancreas.
He had been in treatment since the spring of last year and recently completed his 21st round of chemotherapy with the hopes of shrinking or controlling the cancer.
Banali resurrected QUIET RIOT in 2010, three years after the death of founding member Kevin DuBrow.
QUIET RIOT's latest studio album, "Hollywood Cowboys" was released in November via Frontiers Music Srl.
Very sad to hear of the passing of Frankie Banali. He was so open in his reports of his illness and seemed to live through his treatments and setbacks bravely and with grace. RIP. https://t.co/7C7E4NJf7y
β Paul Stanley (@PaulStanleyLive) August 21, 2020
My sincere condolences to the family of Mr. Frankie Banali and Friends and fans alike. A true rocker who dedicated his life to rock n' roll RIP Rock In Power Frankie Banali https://t.co/P3ovaQNt47
β Sebastian Bach (@sebastianbach) August 21, 2020
R.I.P. Mr Frankie Banaliππ»ππΌ Rest In Peace. ππΌ
β RATT (@theRATTpack) August 21, 2020
Rest In Peace Frankie Banali pic.twitter.com/N8qpQOCsB8
β Official Dio (@OfficialRJDio) August 21, 2020
Wow. What a day. So sad to hear about the loss of @FrankieBanali. He fought hard until the end. His playing and rock 'n' roll spirit will live forever. A fellow New Yorker, Frankie was the real deal. RIP my friend.
"Take me away from all this death."β Dee Snider (@deesnider) August 21, 2020
Rest in Peace Frankie!!! U know we all loved you brotherman! @FrankieBanali U will be missed by all of us! Our Thoughts & prayers go out to Regina & Ashley Banali BB ππ½πππ½ pic.twitter.com/RAPVAeOZVE
β BulletBoys (@TheBulletBoys) August 21, 2020
RIP Frankie you will be deeply missed! Thanks for the 30+ year friendship! π #fuckcancer#rockandrolllegend @ Los Angeles, California https://t.co/H1TiP9vixB
β Taime Downe (@fasttaime) August 21, 2020
So saddened to hear of the passing of my drumming brother @FrankieBanali. He fought an incredibly brave battle against Cancer and his strength and dignity was truly inspiring...Rest In Peace my friend π’ #RIPFrankieBanalipic.twitter.com/pTXPuqgScG
β Mike Portnoy π€ (@MikePortnoy) August 21, 2020
With a VERY heavy heart I share one of the best humans has left us today, my dear friend and @QUIETRIOT drummer, @FrankieBanali! I'd known him since 1986, he was always the greatest person 1 could wish to befriend! Suffer no more FB, see you on the other side! #cancersuckspic.twitter.com/PBBFnnnmI3
β Jeff Scott Soto (@jeffscottsoto) August 21, 2020
Frankie Banali passed away. π’You fought such a courageous battle. God bless you and have a safe journey to the next level. #CancerSucks#FuckCancer#FrankieBanali#RipFrankieBanali
β Marten Andersson bass player (@anderssonmarten) August 21, 2020
I just heard that my friend, brother and fellow musician, Quiet Riot drummer Frankie Banali passed away. I share many wonderful memories with Frankie and will always remember him with a smile. Safe travels my brother. Love you π pic.twitter.com/xd4sejn41E
β Tony Franklin (@FretlessMonster) August 21, 2020
Very very sad to hear this RIP @FrankieBanalihttps://t.co/VtdxCkyYFm
β Charlie Benante (@skisum) August 21, 2020
Very sad to hear this. RIP Frankie Banali. A man I was fortunate enough to share the stage with a few times. What a loss #ripfrankiebanalipic.twitter.com/SpaACmj1rT
β Todd Dammit Kerns (@todddammitkerns) August 21, 2020
https://t.co/R7YRTzorRE - I am proud to have known @FrankieBanali , to have shared good times and music. The #AmbassadorOfGroove has a new gig now, we will miss you Frankie. (graphic is from Frankie's recent appearance on SoRnR) pic.twitter.com/XuNSnMXQsE
β Ron Keel (@ronkeel) August 21, 2020
My hero, mentor, @QUIETRIOT brother @FrankieBanali is now resting in peace and pain free. I will post a follow up in days to come as try to process this unmeasurable loss. https://t.co/E1dqzJH5ln
β Rudy Sarzo (@rudysarzo) August 21, 2020
R.I.P. Frankie Banali. https://t.co/C7jmshjqeG
β P.J.Farley (@Pjfarley1) August 21, 2020
So Sad To Hear Frankie Banali Has Passed...R.I.P. Sweet Frankie...My Love To Your Family, Friends & Fans...XXX pic.twitter.com/vJNrNnGLrN
β David Coverdale (@davidcoverdale) August 21, 2020
Frankie has left this https://t.co/GH0I4rMIBc iconic rock drummer with a huge personality, he loved his drums , and loved his fans . I had the pleasure of touring with him on many occasions he was always on top of his game . My⦠https://t.co/VerLFNC4WG
β Terry Ilous (@Terryilous) August 21, 2020
Sorry to hear about the passing of fbanali #FrankieBanali, one of the greatest rock drummers of the 80s w @QUIETRIOT. I had the pleasure of having him and his old band mate and my brother @rudysarzo on #TalkIsJericho⦠https://t.co/S8M1wLomwx
β Chris Jericho (@IAmJericho) August 21, 2020
R.I.P. Frankie Banali Iβm deeply saddened to hear this news!!! Frankie was a great guy, and I had many laughs with him!!!! The band upstairs is unfortunately becoming greater...Rest in Peace buddy!!!!! pic.twitter.com/QWc4SN5aw9
β John Corabi (@Crablegs59) August 21, 2020
Rest In Peace @FrankieBanali ππ»π₯ #RIP#frankiebanalipic.twitter.com/TAq5ISNRSz
β Paul Shortino (@PaulShortino) August 21, 2020
I believe it was way back in 83 or 84, at Irvine Meadows Amphitheatre a Charity Event when Frankie Banali and I became...
Posted by Jack Russell on Friday, August 21, 2020
Frankie Banali The heavy hitter that brought the heartbeat and the beginning of heavy metal in popular music has passed.
You will be missed my friend....
Fly high π
Photo by Wayne Perez pic.twitter.com/cH3Uzt1qcgβ Mark Slaughter (@markslaughter33) August 21, 2020
My deepest condolences to the family & friends on the loss of @FrankieBanali.
β Bret Michaels (@bretmichaels) August 21, 2020
Devastating news today! Such a nice guy and respected drummer in the world of rock n roll.
Rest in Peace Master Frankie Banali. pic.twitter.com/jEZ8jO0D4Oβ Mikkey Dee (@themikkeydee) August 21, 2020
RIP @FrankieBanali
"He was a friend, a great drummer and a beautiful person. Such a loss" β @TLuccketta#FrankieBanalipic.twitter.com/iqyRYCSsTEβ TESLAβ’ (@TeslaBand) August 21, 2020
Deepest Sympathy to the Frankie Banali family and fans all over the world. When we hear the heavens thunder we will know it came from you. Great musicians never die....
RIP FRANKIE ππ€π« pic.twitter.com/66NGdYpd6Iβ Lita Ford (@litaford) August 21, 2020
Saddened to hear that @FrankieBanali has passed away. Not only was he a talented drummer/musician but also a great human being. He will be missed. Condolences, love & prayers to his family and friends.#RIPFrankieBanalipic.twitter.com/V94mjgVkNI
β Tom Keifer (@TomKeiferMusic) August 21, 2020
gonna miss you my brother pic.twitter.com/PRJwSTZBin
β Dizzy (@DizzyReed) August 22, 2020
Frankie Banali, one of the founding members of Quiet Riot has just lost his extreamely brave fight with pancreatic cancer.
Frankie (seen here) filled in for Mike Portnoy at the Las Vegas Metal awards show in 2016.
RIP FRANKIE#frankiebanalipic.twitter.com/BcAcrbBJyaβ Jay Jay French (@jayjayfrench) August 22, 2020
Very sad day indeed. Frankie was a true fighter & is now at peace. We treasured the short time we had in Quiet Riot β94-95 & Iβm really glad we got to reconnect 8 years ago with nice talks & a few magical jams. He was a true Dio Cancer Fund supporter. Thank you & RIP brother β€οΈ pic.twitter.com/7pWZ0vIRSU
β Bjorn Englen (@BjornEnglen) August 22, 2020
Rest In Peace @FrankieBanali! A class actππ½. You will be missed
β Tim 'Ripper' Owens πΊπΈ (@TimRipperOwens) August 21, 2020
Rest In Peace Frankie Banali. Today we lost a brother. A true legend and an amazing person. pic.twitter.com/zHVioU7nQV
β Autograph (@AutographBand) August 21, 2020
Quiet Riot Drummer Frankie Banali Dead at 68 via @TMZ Good guy. Level headed, head banging, kick ass drummer. My love to his family. https://t.co/X1iGeaeDMt
β Michael Des Barres (@MDesbarres) August 22, 2020
Frankie Banali was not only a great musician and powerful person to meet, he had a big heart and was so brave until the end. I was very sad to hear of his passing along with the world of Rock n' Roll. Here's a 2015 photo with his dear friend and bandmate Rudy Sarzo, RnR F Camp. pic.twitter.com/VtYcrvZMDa
β Bruce Kulick (@brucekulick) August 22, 2020
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