The drummer played with Pantera, the metal band he founded with his late brother, Dimebag Darrell, along with Damageplan and more recently the supergroup Hellyeah.
A statement posted to the Pantera Facebook page read: “Vincent Paul Abbott aka Vinnie Paul has passed away. Paul is best known for his work as the drummer in the bands Pantera and Hellyeah. No further details are available at this time. The family requests you please respect their privacy during this time.”
Tributes have been paid by members of Black Sabbath, Kiss, Megadeth and Anthrax. Sabbath bassist Geezer Butler wrote on Twitter: "Shocked and saddened to hear of Vinnie Paul's passing. A true original. Had some good laughs when we toured with Pantera. Gone too soon."
So sad to hear of the death of Vinnie Paul. Loved when Pantera did shows with us and in later years Vinnie was always front and center at all KISS shows. RIP and condolences to his family. https://t.co/DaQREBNVW7
I just woke up in Belgium to the news that my friend Vinnie Paul has passed away. Another metal hero taken too soon. Say hello to Daryl for me. Rest In Peace, my dear friend. @Pantera@hellyeahband#vinniepaul
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