The musician remained active until the day of his death, having released his last solo album in November.
Guitarist Bernie Tormé passed away at the age of 66 last Sunday, the 17th, one day before his birthday. The musician was known for playing with Ian Gillan 's Gillan and Ozzy Osbourne . The information was confirmed this Monday, the 18th, through his social media.
Last month, it was reported that the musician was hospitalized due to pneumonia. The statement said he was in intensive care. It has not yet been confirmed whether pneumonia caused Tormé's death. More information is expected to be released soon.
Bernie Tormé became known for replacing Randy Rhoads on the Diary Of A Madman . He only did a few shows and was soon replaced by Brad Gillis .
Tormé was also part of the band Gillan between 1979 and 1981 and joined Dee Snider and Clive Burr in Desperado . The guitarist remained active until his death, having released several solo albums, including Shadowland , released in October 2018.
Rest in peace, Bernie Tormé.
