Brian Travers was a founding member of the ‘80s and ‘90s hitmakers, UB40. Brian Travers died on Sunday, August 22, 2021, at the age of 62.
Brian Travers fought hard to main good health to ensure he lives beyond this tragic moment. In 2019, he underwent surgery to remove two brain tumors.
After the two became successful, he told BBC that he needed another surgery to remove one more brain tumor with no fears about the outcome.
Brian Travers’ cause of death is cancer.
“You have got to live in the now, not in the past and not what’s going to be,” he said.
According to UB40, Brian Travers passed away with the family by his side after a long battle with heroic cancer.
“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our comrade, brother, founding UB40 member, and musical legend, Brian David Travers. Brian passed away yesterday evening with his family by his side, after a long and heroic battle with cancer.”
Brian Travers Net Worth
Brian Travers had a net worth of $1.6 million before he gave up the ghost.
Brian Travers founded UB40 in 1978, partnering with musicians from the Birmingham area. They went on to have more than 40 Top 40 songs in the U.K., as well as worldwide hits. Over 40 years, the band sold 100 million albums worldwide.
“Red Red Wine” and “‘I Can’t Help Falling in Love With You, ” are among his notable songs.