• Perry Bamonte, guitarist for The Cure, has died at the age of 65.
• He passed away at home after a short illness over Christmas.
• Bamonte was a vital part of The Cure's history, joining initially as part of the road crew in 1984.
• He had significant contributions to classic albums such as "Wish" and "Bloodflowers."
• His last performance with The Cure was in November 2024 during the launch of their album "Songs of a Lost World."

Perry Archangelo Bamonte, the longtime guitarist and keyboardist for the iconic band The Cure, has passed away at the age of 65 after "a short illness at home over Christmas," as confirmed by the band in an official statement. The band expressed their profound sorrow, stating, "It is with enormous sadness that we confirm the death of our great friend and bandmate who passed away." Known affectionately as "Teddy," Bamonte was described as a "warm-hearted and vital part of The Cure story," highlighting his significant influence on the band's legacy, according to CBS News, BBC, South China Morning Post, and Reuters.

Bamonte's journey with The Cure began as part of their road crew in 1984, transitioning to a full member in 1990 after keyboardist Roger O'Donnell's departure. His contributions spanned multiple albums, including the groundbreaking "Wish" in 1992, which featured hits like "Friday I'm In Love," and he was involved in over 400 live performances until he departed in 2005. After a brief hiatus, he re-joined the band in 2022 and continued to perform until his untimely passing, further solidifying his legacy within the band, reports CBS News, BBC, South China Morning Post, and Reuters.