Steve Mackey death updates — Pulp bassist dies aged 56 just months after rock legend dropped out of reunion tour

Steve’s wife pays tribute

She wrote: “After three months in hospital, fighting with all his strength and determination, we are shocked and devastated to have said goodbye to my brilliant, beautiful husband Steve Mackey.

“Steve died today, a loss which has left myself, his son Marley, parents Kath and Paul, sister Michelle and many friends all heartbroken.

“Steve was the most talented man I knew, an exceptional musician, producer, photographer and filmmaker

“As in life, he was adored by everyone whose paths he crossed in the multiple creative disciplines he conquered.”

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