[70] There were many writers for the album including Diane Warren and James Michael, who were both asked to contribute to his 2006 album, Bat Out of Hell III: The Monster Is Loose. [5] He was reportedly ill with COVID-19 earlier in January and reporting by TMZ suggested that he died from COVID-19 complications. [52], Poor money management as well as 45 lawsuits totaling $80 million, including ones from Steinman, resulted in Meat Loaf filing for personal bankruptcy in 1983. The most common cancers are breast, lung, colon and rectum and prostate cancers. But before reports could pour in about Meat Loafs cause of death,many celebrities who worked with and knew him were already paying homage to the rock star on social media. Obituary: Meat Loaf. Louie, who played Mom Baskets on Zach Galifianakis' comedy series Baskets, was hospitalized while . They claim he was due to attend a business dinner a few days before. Had a fun time performing a sketch with him on Saturday Live way back in the last century, he tweeted, adding, He had the quality of being simultaneously frightening and cuddly, which is rare and rather wonderful. In the years leading to his death, Meat Loaf suffered more health issues, including a knee problem that led him to undergo knee surgery, falling off a stage, injuries to his neck, collarbone, and shoulder; and more. The goal was just to stay fit and be able to do my show," he said. Drake, J. 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Michael Lee Aday (born Marvin Lee Aday; September 27, 1947 January 20, 2022), known professionally as Meat Loaf, was an American rock singer and actor with a powerful, wide-ranging voice, famous for his theatrical live shows. In that time, he sold over 100 million albums worldwide and starred in over 65 movies including Fight Club, Focus, Rocky Horror Picture Show and Wayne's . He also said that he spent time with fellow musicians mainly in work-related situations rather than social ones. The legendary musician also confirmed to Rolling Stonethat he was diagnosed with Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome. No official cause of death was released. [32] It was at the Lampoon show that Meat Loaf met Ellen Foley, the co-star who sang "Paradise by the Dashboard Light" and "Bat Out of Hell" with him on the album Bat Out of Hell. [112] Meat Loaf's longtime collaborator Jim Steinman died on April 19, 2021, of kidney failure. Louie died within hours of singer Meat Loaf, whose death similarly shocked fans worldwide. "We know how much he meant to so many of you and we truly appreciate all of the love and support as we move through this time of grief in losing such an inspiring artist and beautiful man. In 1998, Meat Loaf released The Very Best of Meat Loaf. 8 on the Billboard 200,[80] and sold 81,000 copies in its opening week,[81] but after that did not sell as well in the United States and yielded no hit singles, although it was certified gold. From his heart to your souls don't ever stop rocking!" Glastonbury Festival 2023 Lineup Revealed: Elton John, Lana Del Rey, Lizzo, More! 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Image: Torsten Sukrow/SULUPRESS.DE/picture-alliance/dpa/AP Images. Meat Loaf then joined the Los Angeles production of the musical Hair. Two decades before his death, Meat Loaf also became a published author with the release of his book,To Hell and Back: An Autobiography Meat Loaf died on January 20, 2022, at the age of 74. "[148][149], In 2003, Meat Loaf was diagnosed with WolffParkinsonWhite syndrome, a condition marked by an extra electrical pathway in the heart which causes symptoms like a rapid heartbeat. The news was confirmed in a statement on Friday by his longtime agent Micheal Greene. Steinman died Monday in . The 74-year-old "Bat Out of Hell" singer who was reportedly critically ill with COVID-19 before he passed away Thursday . The rock star was reportedly planning to attend a business dinner just days before his death to discuss a show he was working on, titled after his famous single, Id Do Anything For Love. But, according to the insiders, Meat Loaf never made itthe musician had to cancel his dinner as his health was already on the decline. Grammy award winning singer Meat Loaf, real name Marvin Lee Aday, died on Thursday night. 2023 SheMedia, LLC. The performances included the Australian Boys' Choir singing back-up on a Couldn't Have Said It Better track, "Testify". While growing up, he attended church with his mother and studied the Bible, which influenced his work. Meat Loaf, the rockstar behind hits like Id Do Anything For Love and Bat Out of Hell, has died at the age of 74 on January 20, 2022. with new vocals by Edwin Starr. [50] According to Meat Loaf, Steinman had given the songs "Total Eclipse of the Heart" and "Making Love Out of Nothing at All" to Meat Loaf for this album. [18][12], Meat Loaf was a fan of the New York Yankees. According to Meat Loaf, Steinman was too ill to work on such an intense project while Steinman's manager said health was not an issue. at the age of 74. Meat Loaf, whose given name was Marvin Lee Aday and was a renown rock musician and actor, died Jan. 20 at age 74. In fact, I'll help you with your campaign." Following his tragic death, Meat Loafs surviving family issued a statement confirming the news of his passing on the stars Facebook page. His name is Meat Loaf.' [21] In 1985, Meat Loaf took part in some comedy sketches in the UK with Hugh Laurie. [12] He was later called "M.L." The title track features a duet with the Who's lead singer Roger Daltrey. Louie died within hours of singer Meat Loaf, whose death similarly shocked fans worldwide. Meat Loaf's surprising death at age 74 is reportedly the result of COVID. Ferdy Damman/ANP/AFP via Getty Images, File. [18], In 1984, Meat Loaf went to England, where he felt increasingly at home, to record the album Bad Attitude; it was released that year. 2 in the UK),[65] and "Not a Dry Eye in the House" (which reached No. [2][3], After the commercial success of Bat Out of Hell and Bat Out of Hell II: Back Into Hell, and earning a Grammy Award for Best Solo Rock Vocal Performance for the song "I'd Do Anything for Love", Meat Loaf nevertheless experienced some difficulty establishing a steady career within the United States. [32][33][34] It closed two weeks into its initial run. The album, titled Stoney & Meatloaf (with Meat Loaf spelled as one word), was released in September 1971 and included the single "What You See Is What You Get"; it reached number 36 on the Best Selling Soul Singles chart and number 71 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. That didn't last long," he told The Guardian in 2008. He was apparently diagnosed with COVID-19 earlier in January, and according to TMZ, COVID-19 issues may have contributed to his death. His highly theatrical, energetic performances also put a strain on his health in the 1970s, he shattered his leg after leaping off stage, and he collapsed three times while performing in the 2000s. (Video: John Farrell/The Washington Post) Entertainers around the world paid . [82] The album also featured duets with Patti Russo and Jennifer Hudson. [95] The album is based on the story of a fictional soldier, whose "story" furnishes the theme. Rock and pop hitmaker Jim Steinman, who wrote and composed music for Meat Loaf, Bonnie Tyler, Celine Dion, and more, died Monday in Danbury, Connecticut.