Paul O'Neill

Music lovers across the globe are mourning the shocking death of Trans-Siberian Orchestra founder Paul O’Neill who was found dead in his Tampa hotel room. He was 61.

Police do not suspect foul play at this moment. The band confirmed the death of their leader on their Facebook page, along with the fact that he was battling a chronic illness.

The entire Trans-Siberian Orchestra family, past and present, is heartbroken to share the devastating news that Paul O’…

Posted by Trans-Siberian Orchestra on Wednesday, April 5, 2017

It’s almost impossible to get through the Christmas season without hearing a Trans-Siberian Orchestra Christmas song. The band brought an electric edge to classic Christmas carols and are immensely popular.

You can see a clip from their Youngstown, Ohio, concert in December in the video below.

This is so sad to hear. Not only will O’Neill’s bandmates and family grieve him, but fans throughout the globe will as well. Christmas will be a bit different this year. His family certainly could use our prayers at this time.

Share this if you are praying for Paul O’Neill’s friends and family!

H/T: TMZ

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