Jack White mourns the death of his brother Edward Gillis at age 60
Jack White announced that his brother, Edward Gerard Gillis, died after a prolonged battle with cancer.
The former White Stripes frontman shared the news on Instagram, describing his sibling as a beautiful soul. Gillis, who was 60, had been fighting cancer for an extended period. He also served as the head of the vinyl-pressing plant Third Man Pressing, a company in which White holds a stake. White expressed both sorrow at his loss and relief that his brother had found peace. Gillis leaves behind a wife and two children.
Why it matters
The death of a close family member of a high-profile musician draws public attention and highlights the personal impact of cancer.
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