Troubled life of Bay City Rollers heartthrob Les McKeown, 65, who battled drink and drug addictions and had secret flings with men and women during decades-long marriage to incredible wife
The family of Bay City Rollers singer Les McKeown have announced that he passed away at his home aged 65
Scottish vocalist who was born in Edinburgh fronted the iconic pop rock band during their 1970s heyday
Friends and fans paid tribute to the iconic frontman who helped secure band worldwide success
But after leaving the ban McKeown admitted that he was secretly gay and had affairs with at least 12 men
His wife Peko, who he met in 1978, stood by him despite drink and drugs turning him into a complete b ard
“We are currently making arrangements for his funeral and ask for privacy after the shock of our profound loss. Thank you. Keiko and Jubei McKeown.” McKeown was born in Edinburgh to Irish parents and joined the Bay City Rollers in late 1973, replacing founding lead singer Gordon “Nobby” Clark, who had become disillusioned with the band’s musical direction.His arrival coincided with the Bay City Rollers’ ascent to fame and McKeown remained lead vocalist until 1978, appearing on Top Of The Pops on a number of occasions. A message on the band’s Facebook page said: “We are saddened by the news of Leslie McKeown’s death. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife Peko and his son Jubei, their family and friends. Rest In Peace, Leslie.”
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“We are currently making arrangements for his funeral and ask for privacy after the shock of our profound loss. Thank you. Keiko and Jubei McKeown.”
McKeown was born in Edinburgh to Irish parents and joined the Bay City Rollers in late 1973, replacing founding lead singer Gordon “Nobby” Clark, who had become disillusioned with the band’s musical direction.
His arrival coincided with the Bay City Rollers’ ascent to fame and McKeown remained lead vocalist until 1978, appearing on Top Of The Pops on a number of occasions.
A message on the band’s Facebook page said: “We are saddened by the news of Leslie McKeown’s death. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife Peko and his son Jubei, their family and friends. Rest In Peace, Leslie.”