Children Of Bodom Guitarist Alexi Laiho Has Passed Away Aged 41
Written by Johnson Stephen on January 5, 2021
One of the most renowned guitarists in the world, Alexi Laiho, has passed away aged 41. The musician, most notably known as the front man of Children of Bodom, died in his home in Helsinki, Finland. Laiho had suffered from long-term health issues during his last years.
Alexi Laiho and drummer Jaska Raatikainen founded Children of Bodom in 1993, and the band was one of the most internationally acclaimed Metal acts in Finland up until their very last farewell concert in December of 2019.
In 2020, Alexi Laiho put together Bodom After Midnight, who recorded three songs and shot one music video, which will be released later on posthumously.
Bodom After Midnight band members Daniel Freyberg, Mitja Toivonen and Waltteri Väyrynen had this to say on the passing of Alexi “We are crushed by the sudden passing of our dear friend and band member. Words cannot describe this shock and the profound sadness that we feel.”
Laiho’s sister says “We are all absolutely shocked and devastated. We ask for privacy and understanding during these hard times. My little brother’s funeral will take place privately.”
