Bodyguard “Big” John Harte , known for providing security for names like KISS , Iron Maiden , and Prince , passed away last Friday, the 11th, at the age of 70.
Harte dreamed of becoming a rock musician, but the band he played drums and percussion in didn't last long ( Facebook ). His luck changed after an experience working security at a Grateful Dead , where he says he was noticed for being "big, wearing denim and black, looking tough with my biker mustache, and knowing how to handle a rebellious crowd."
Paul Stanley , Gene Simmons , Ace Frehley , and the official KISS social media account all paid tribute to John Harte and offered their condolences. The cause of death has not yet been confirmed.
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