Miami Showband frontman Dickie Rock dies at 88 GETTY IMAGES
Legendary singer Dickie Rock has passed away at the age of 88.
According to The Irish Times on December 6, the death of the Miami Showband leader was confirmed by his family. The statement added that his family is saddened to confirm the passing of Rock, who passed away peacefully on the evening of the 6th.
Continued that his children, Jason Rock, John Rock, Richard Rock, Sarah Jane Rock and Peter Rock will miss their father greatly. The statement also mentioned, “Dickie lost his beloved Judy in 2022 and now they are together again, and that is some comfort to the family.”
Furthermore, they announced that funeral arrangements will be announced soon and that the family is asking for privacy during this sad time.
In addition to being the lead singer of The Miami Showband, Rock also took his talents to the next level when he participated in the Eurovision Song Contest in Luxembourg.
On social networks, fans sent their condolences and expressed their grief at the male singer’s passing. They commemorated Rock by mentioning his impact on music and his unforgettable performance throughout his career.
One netizen captioned: “A true Irish superstar when we desperately needed them. He brought color, joy and music to a gray Ireland.”
Dickie Rock RIP It was a pleasure working with him and interviewing this legend many times. A true Irish superstar when we desperately needed them. He brought color, joy and music to gray Ireland. From the candy store on the corner to the chapel on the hill, a legend. pic.twitter.com/rSrZde11mz
— JOE DUFFY (@joeliveline) December 6, 2024
Another said: “Excellent singer and performer. ‘Every Step of the Way’ deserves to be an international hit.”
Great singer and performer. “Every Step of the Way” is a worthy international hit. (Irish show bands never got the recognition they deserved!) There were Humperdinck, Vince Hill, Bobby Goldsboro. Ní bheidh a leitheid arís ann.
— Brian Patterson (@JemmyHope) December 6, 2024