Obituary of Shane MacGowan

Shane MacGowan

Shane MacGowan (born December 25th, 1957 in Kent, England) was a Singer-Songwriter who was best known for being the lead singer and songwriter of Celtic punk band "The Pogues". Shane died on January 28th, 2026 (TBV) and his death was possibly because of a medical issue for which he was euthanized. He was 68 years old.

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Shane MacGowan Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Still Alive
Full Name: MacGowan, Shane
Common Name: Shane MacGowan
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Kent, England
Birth Date: December 25, 1957
Age: 68
Occupation: Singer-Songwriter
Genres:
- Punk Music
- Folk Music
Active Years: 1977-Present

Nationality: British
Favorite Food: Subway Sandwiches
Favorite Color: Chartreuse
Favorite Scent: Kenneth Cole Vintage Black
Favorite Actor: Marlon Brando

Shane's Family Tree

Birth Name: Shane Patrick Lysaght MacGowan
Father: Maurice MacGowan
Mother: Therese MacGowan
Sister(s):

Siobhan MacGowan (born in 1963)

Spouse/Partner:

Victoria Mary Clarke (married 26 November 2018-present)

Death Notice:

Date: Still Alive
Place: Unknown
Cause of Death: None Yet

Category Tags:

Singer-Songwriter Punk Music Genre British Born on December 25th Born in 1957

Quotable Quotes:

"It wasn't easy being a Pogue but I did it for the fame."

"Basically, I hate pop stars unless they're me or personal friends of mine." (IMDB)

"Shane MacGowan life was Full of laughter and heartache. His was touched by the love and pain of his friends and family. He will be deeply missed. (V)"

"MacGowan, the Irish musician known for being the frontman of The Pogues, lived a colorful and influential life, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire musicians and fans today. (V)"

Is Mr. Shane MacGowan still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has not passed away.