Ex-Queen bassist and rock legend dies as fans pay tribute to ‘incredible’ guitarist

FORMER Queen bassist and rock legend Barry Mitchell has died. Fans hailed Barry as an “incredible guitarist” as they flooded to social media to pay tribute. News of his passing was confirmed by Queen’s official archivist Credit: Facebook/Barry Mitchell Barry Mitchell was Queen’s second bassist for six months from August 1970 to January 1971 Credit: Facebook Barry was the iconic rock band’s second bassist between 1970 and 1971. News of his passing was confirmed by Queen’s official archivist Greg Brooks. Sign up for the Showbiz newsletter Thank you! In a tribute on Facebook, he wrote: “Terribly sad news just received that early Queen bass player, Barry Mitchell, has passed away. “His anecdotes at the convention were fascinating and offered rare insight. He will be greatly missed.” More to follow… For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online Thesun.co.uk is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/thesun and follow us on TikTok @TheSun. Comment now