Bob Bryar, former drummer of My Chemical Romance, has died at the age of 44

Bob Bryar, musician best known as the band’s former drummer rock band My Chemical Romance is dead. He was 44 years old. While not many details have been released about his death, the TMZ report cites law enforcement sources who say no crime occurred.

The death of Bob Bryar

TMZ broke the news of Bryar’s death on Friday evening. Bryar was found dead Tuesday in his Tennessee home, according to the report. He was last seen alive on November 4. The report quoted unnamed law enforcement officials who confirmed that all of Bryar’s weapons and musical equipment remained intact in the house, ruling out foul play.

According to reports, Animal Control was called to take away the drummer’s two dogs after his badly decomposed body was taken from the premises. The medical examiner is investigating the cause and manner of Bryar’s death.

Statement from a My Chemical Romance spokesperson to Rolling Stone read: “The team asks for your patience and understanding as we process the news of Bob’s death.”

The life and musical career of Bob Bryar

Born in Chicago in 1979, Bryar began acting drums at an early age. He was originally an audio engineer and tour manager, but became a musician when he met the members of My Chemical Romance in 2004. Bryar left his job during the Projekt Revolution tour to become the drummer for My Chemical Romance during their Japan tour. Replacing Matt Pelissier, he was the band’s drummer for the next six years. He appeared on three of the band’s albums, including their breakthrough 2006 release The Black Parade.

After leaving My Chemical Romance, Bryar continued to be involved in the music business as a behind-the-scenes figure on several bands’ tours. He has been discreet in recent years.