Chas Newby, the former bassist for The Beatles, has passed away at the age of 81.
Thes family announced. Newby, who was a member of John Lennon's first band The Quarrymen, passed away on Tuesday (May 23).
The brother of the former drummer of The Beatles, Pete Best, confirmed the news on Facebook. He wrote, "Both Pete and I and the whole Best family were absolutely devastated to hear the very sad news with regards to one of the family's closest friends Chas Newby passing away last night.
"Many of you will know him for playing bass guitar for both The Beatles and The Quarrymen, but to us he was laid back Chas with the big smile. We’ll truly miss him. Forever in our thoughts. God bless you Chas."
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends and loved ones.
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