Heartbreak of The Script guitarist Mark Sheehan's wife of 17 years: Star leaves behind former backing singer partner and his three children after tragic death at age of 46 following a brief illness

  • 11 months ago
The wife of The Script guitarist Mark Sheehan is heartbroken after he died aged 46, leaving her behind after 17 years of marriage along with their three children.

Sheehan died in hospital on Friday following a brief illness, reportedly leaving his bandmates 'utterly devastated'.

His shock passing was announced on the Irish band's official Facebook page, just two weeks after the group's latest gig was announced.

Their statement said: 'Much loved husband, father, brother, band mate and friend Mark Sheehan passed away today in hospital after a brief illness. The family and group ask fans to respect their privacy at this tragic time.'

The Script star founded the band, which shot to success with frontman Danny O'Donoghue and drummer Glen Power, in 2001, selling 20 million records.

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