Fans offer condolences
Fans of Charlie and the band have since been offering their condolences for his family.
“Damn, that’s sad. Train had some great hits. RIP Charlie Colin,” one person wrote on X, formerly Twitter.
“Sending my condolences to his friends and family very sad,” tweeted a second.
“My sincere condolences on the passing of Charlie Colin,” a third said.
Why Charlie left the band
In 2003, Charlie Colin was given an ultimatum for his substance abuse and was ultimately forced to leave the band.
“I had a really great run, but it was difficult,” Colin previously told Los Angeles Times about his time with the band.
If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) at 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Charlie Colin pictured
Charlie Colin has died at 58.
History with Train
Charlie Colin was a founding member of the band, Train alongside Pat Monahan, Rob Hotchkiss, Jimmy Stafford, and Scott Underwood.
The group was formed in 1993 in San Francisco. Charlie played the bass in the band.
Star died after ‘falling in shower’
Charlie Colin reportedly died after he slipped and fell in the shower, his mom told TMZ.
The bassist was house-sitting for a friend in Brussels, Belgium, at the time.
Train founding member is dead at 58
Charlie Colin has died at 58.
Charlie was best known as one of the founding members of the iconic band Train.
