Christy Dignam, the lead vocalist for Aslan, passed away on June 13th, 2023, at the age of 63, after a long-fought battle with cancer. He was diagnosed with amyloidosis, a rare blood disorder cancer, in 2013.
His family announced that he had peacefully passed away at home after receiving palliative care in December 2022.
Who was Christy Dignam?
Christy Dignam (born Christopher Dignam) was an Irish singer and songwriter best known as the lead vocalist for the Irish rock band Aslan.
He was born on May 23rd, 1960, in Dublin and grew up in Finglas, in the north of the city.
His career spanned over forty years and was characterized by numerous successes on the Irish charts as well as recurring problems with drug addiction and recovery.
As a result of an amyloidosis diagnosis, Dignam suffered from a rare blood disorder, cancer.
He passed away on June 13th, 2023, at the age of 63, after a long-fought battle with cancer.
His family announced that he had peacefully passed away at home after receiving palliative care in December 2022.
What other songs did Christy Dignam sing?
The following songs were popular with Christy Dignam as the lead singer for the Irish rock band Aslan:
- Crazy World (Live from Dublin)
- This Is 2
- Too Late for Hallelujah
- Lucy Jones Part 2
- Different Man
Dignam also released solo music, including his album “The Man Who Stayed Alive,” which was released in 2020. The album includes the song “High,” which has a music video on YouTube.
Christy Dignam family
The Dignam family, which included Kiera and Jack, survived Christy Dignam after he passed away in 2023.
Kiera Dignam is a singer and Jack Dignam is getting married in August 2022, according to Christy Dignam’s children
Christy Dignam’s Funeral and Obituary
He was a great singer and a beloved figure in Irish music. According to sources, he passed away on June 13, 2023, at the age of 63, after a long battle with amyloidosis.
In 1982, he was the lead singer for the popular rock band Aslan which was formed in Finglas. His autobiography, “My Crazy World,” revealed his struggles with addiction and abuse in 2014. The music industry and his fans will greatly miss him, as he was known for his powerful voice and heartfelt lyrics.