Alan Rankine Cause of Death

Alan Rankine, one half of the well-known Scottish indie band the Associates, passed away on 3 January 2023, at the age of 64.

The news was announced by Rankine’s sons Hamish and Callum, who posted on Facebook to pay tribute to their father on Tuesday, 3 January 2023.

“It is with great sadness that my brother, Hamish and I announce the passing of our father Alan Rankine,” the post began.

“He died peacefully at home shortly after spending Christmas with his family.” They added: “He was a beautiful, kind and loving man who will be sorely missed.” The cause of death has not been disclosed.

Since the news of his death, fellow musicians and fans have been paying tribute to the late singer. Broadcaster Vic Galloway was one of the first to pay tribute to the singer: “Unbelievably sad news.”

Duglas T Stewart also tweeted in tribute of Rankine:”Very sad news today that Alan Rankine has died. I first became aware of Alan through The Associates and later got to know him a little. He looks very beautiful in this clip. Sending love to his family and all who loved him.”

Very sad news today that Alan Rankine has died. I first became aware of Alan through The Associates and later got to know him a little. He looks very beautiful in this clip. Sending love to his family and all who loved him.https://t.co/A319xoswsr

— Duglas T Stewart / BMX Bandits (@DuglasTStewart) January 3, 2023