John Sykes has died. He was 65 years old. A notice shared on the Whitesnake and Thin Lizzy guitarist's website revealed that the artist had passed away after a battle with cancer. SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox "It is with great sorrow we share that John Sykes has passed away after a hard fought battle with cancer,

British rock guitarist John Sykes, who played for acclaimed bands such as Whitesnake and Thin Lizzy has died aged 65. Sykes’ death was announced via his official Facebook page on Monday night, confirming that he had succumbed to cancer.

Guitarist John Sykes, who played with rock bands including Think Lizzy and Whitesnake, has died aged 65. A statement on the musician's website said he died after a "hard-fought battle with cancer". A statement published under an image of a black guitar and single red rose read: "He will be remembered by many as a man with exceptional musical talent but for those who didn't know him personally,