Di’Anno died Oct. 21 at his home in Salisbury, England. In the years leading up to his death, Di’Anno had been suffering from a weakened immune system after contracting sepsis nine years ago, his family and record label said in an Oct. 21 statement.

Di’Anno, real name Paul Andrews, passed away at his home in Salisbury on October 21, aged 66. His sisters Cheryl and Michelle have confirmed via social media that he died because of “a tear in the sac around the heart”, which caused his heart to stop.

Iron Maiden Alum Paul Di'Anno's death was 'instantaneous,' and due to a an issue with his heart, said his team.

A statement shared to social media on Monday, Oct. 21 by Di'Anno's longtime label Conquest Music confirmed news of his death