Person in history
Taylor Hawkins
Taylor Hawkins, American drummer and singer (born 1972)
Life at a glance
- Died
- 2022 · March 25
Their story
Who they were
Oliver Taylor Hawkins was an American musician who was the drummer and a vocalist of the rock band Foo Fighters, sharing vocals with Dave Grohl. He joined the band in 1997, and remained the band's drummer until his death in March 2022. He recorded eight studio albums with Foo Fighters between 1999 and 2021. Before joining the band, he was a touring drummer for Sass Jordan and Alanis Morissette, as well as the drummer of the progressive experimental band Sylvia.
Why this date
Taylor Hawkins appears on our March 25 calendar for 2022 as a death entry.
Sources
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“Taylor Hawkins”, What's On This Date, https://whatsonthisdate.com/app/people/taylor-hawkins, accessed October 25, 2026.
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Questions about Taylor Hawkins
When did Taylor Hawkins die?
March 25 2022.
Who else was born on this day?
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