The family of Peter Tork have remembered a ‘friend, father, husband, grandfather, philosopher, goofball and entertainer’ after the Monkees bassist’s death was announced yesterday.
Tork passed away at the age of 77 after a decade-long battle with adenoid cystic carcinoma. His bandmate Micky Dolenz also reacted to the news, saying on social media that he is ‘heartbroken’.
“Peter’s energy, intelligence, silliness, and curiosity were traits that for decades brought laughter and enjoyment to millions, including those of us closest to him,” the family’s statement reads. “Those traits also equipped him well to take on cancer, a condition he met with unwavering humor and courage.”
“We are all still raw, and still have much to process, but we are also feeling appreciation for Peter’s contributions. We are grateful that we have an extended support network thanks to the attentive energy and dedication of Peter’s fans worldwide. We want those fans to know with absolute certainty that your spirit and goodwill fed Peter with continued energy and force (and of course humor).”