R.I.P. Grim Reaper lead vocalist Steve Grimmett (1959-2022)

R.I.P. Grim Reaper lead vocalist Steve Grimmett (1959-2022)

Sleaze Roxx has some very sad news to report as Grim Reaper and Steve Grimmett’s Grim Reaper has passed away at the age of 62. Grimmett was born on August 19, 1959 and died on August 15, 2022. He is best known as the singer for the UK band Grim Reaper, which released three studio albums between 1983 and 1987. A fourth Grim Reaper record was being written following the third album Rock You To Hell but Grimmett advised in an interview with Vinyl Writer Music back in February 2022 that this fourth record would never get released while he was alive. Grimmett made headlines around the world when his right leg had to be amputated from below the knee in mid-January 2017 due to a very serious infection.

Blabbermouth reported earlier today that Grimmett’s brother Mark made the following announcement on social media yesterday evening: “I don’t really know where to start so I guess I will just come right out with it. It is with great sadness and a very heavy heart that I have to tell you all as many of you know him my very talented brother Steve Grimmett very sadly passed away today, my heart goes out to Millie his wife my Mum and Dad, Russell , Sami and Ethan. I will miss you more than words will ever say , love you bro xx”.”

Steve Grimmett’s discography highlights:
Grim Reaper – See You In Hell (1983)
Grim Reaper – Fear No Evil (1985)
Grim Reaper – Rock You To Hell (1987)
Onslaught – In Search of Sanity (1989)
Lionsheart – Lionsheart (1992)
Lionsheart – Pride In Tact (1994)
Lionsheart – Under Fire (1998)
Lionsheart – Rising Sons – Live In Japan 1993 (2002)
Lionsheart – Abyss (2004)
Steve Grimmett – Personal Crisis (2007)
Steve Grimmett’s Grim Reaper – Walking In The Shadows (2016)
Steve Grimmett’s Grim Reaper – At The Gates (2019)
Steve Grimmett’s Grim Reaper – Reaping The Whirlwind (2022)

The tributes are starting to come on social media for the Grim Reaper singer:

Mike Jurgens: “I’ve just heard the sad news that my old mate Steve Grimmett has passes away today I was only with him last Weds and he was in fine form, I am so gutted to say the least ive just lost one of my dearest friends my deepest condolences to Millie Russ Mark Dan and all the Grimmett family RIP my friend “

Russ Grimmett: “We can’t begin to put into words the current feelings. But as dad was so well known the news is starting to reach out earlier than we would have liked. Unfortunately, our dad passed away today and leaves a massive hole in the world and our hearts. We are utterly heartbroken sleep tight dad. We we always love you xxx”

Simon Ortega: “As I sit here in disbelief and hurt, on the sudden news of the passing of my good friend and brother Steve Grimmett of Grim Reaper, I would like to express my deepest condolences and prayers to his wife Millie Grimmett, family, and friends 

I will always remember the great times and shows we had together. We build some great memories my brother that I will cherish in my heart forever.

I became great friends with both Steve and Millie throughout the years. I was looking forward to seeing Steve again, as we were planning a whole Texas tour in 2023.

I will definitely do a special metal Salute to you my brother Steve, @ our next metal gathering. Till we meet again, much love and tears in your memory. You will definitely be missed… R.I.P. “

Grim Reaper‘s “Fear No Evil” video:

Grim Reaper‘s “See You In Hell” video:

Grim Reaper‘s “Rock You To Hell” video:

Steve Grimmett’s Grim Reaper‘s “Walking In The Shadows” video:

Lionsheart‘s “Deja Vu” video: