Former Motörhead guitarist Phil Campbell has died at the age of 64. The announcement was made through a heartfelt post on Phil Campbell And The Bastard Sons Facebook page.

The official statement shared details about Campbell’s passing and paid tribute to his life and legacy.

“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, Philip Anthony Campbell, who passed away peacefully last night following a long and courageous battle in intensive care after a complex major operation,” the statement read.

The tribute continued to honor Campbell’s personal life and character.

“Phil was a devoted husband, a wonderful father, and a proud and loving grandfather, known affectionately as ‘Bampi,’” they continued. “He was deeply loved by all who knew him and will be missed immensely. His legacy, music and the memories he created with so many will live on forever.”

The family also requested privacy during this difficult period.

“We kindly ask that our family’s privacy is respected during this incredibly difficult time,” the statement concluded.

Campbell’s death represents a significant loss for the heavy metal community. It marks the end of a remarkable career that spanned over four decades with one of metal’s most influential bands.

Ad-Hoc News reported that Campbell joined Motörhead in 1984. He played guitar alongside legendary frontman Lemmy Kilmister and drummer Mikkey Dee for decades. His tenure with the band saw him contribute to some of their most celebrated albums, including “Orgasmatron” (1986), “1916” (1991), and their final studio release “Bad Magic” (2015).

The guitarist’s partnership with Lemmy and Mikkey Dee created what many consider to be Motörhead’s definitive lineup. Ad-Hoc News noted that this configuration kept Motörhead brutally consistent on stage and in the studio for decades. This helped cement the band’s reputation as one of the most enduring forces in heavy metal.

Following Motörhead’s end in 2015 after Lemmy’s death, Campbell continued his musical journey by forming Phil Campbell And The Bastard Sons. The Music revealed that he had been plotting tours with his new band, including his first-ever tour in Australia. This demonstrated his continued passion for performing even in his later years.

Campbell’s passing marks the end of an era for fans of Motörhead and heavy metal music worldwide. It closes another chapter in the storied history of one of Britain’s most influential metal bands.