Iconic British musician Perry Bamonte, known for being the keyboardist and pianist of The Cure, has died at age 65. According to reports, he passed after battling a short illness over Christmas. The Cure confirmed his passing via a statement on its official website.The Cure at the Hollywood Bowl - Source: GettyPerry was born on September 2, 1990, in London, England. According to reports, Bamonte joined The Cure’s road crew in 1984 via the connection of his brother Daryl Bamonte, who worked as a tour manager for the rock band at the time. Perry worked his way up from being a personal assistant to the band leader, Robert Smith, and a guitar technician to become an official member of the band as a keyboardist and guitarist.The musician’s first album with the group was Wish, which was released in 1992 and featured 12 tracks, including three singles.Not much is known about Perry Bamonte’s personal life, but Hello Canada Magazine reports that the musician was married to one Donna and they were together for sixteen years.More details on Perry Bamonte’s passingPerry Bamonte’s death was confirmed by The Cure via a statement shared on its official website. The band shared a lengthy statement announcing his passing and detailing his time with the band.“IT IS WITH ENORMOUS SADNESS THAT WE CONFIRM THE DEATH OF OUR GREAT FRIEND AND BANDMATE PERRY BAMONTE WHO PASSED AWAY AFTER A SHORT ILLNESS AT HOME OVER CHRISTMAS.”The statement described Perry as someone who was “quiet, intense, intuitive, constant, and hugely creative.” It added that Perry, whose nickname was Teddy, was warm-hearted and a crucial part of the band’s story. View this post on Instagram Instagram PostThe statement also described how the late musician joined the group.“LOOKING AFTER THE BAND’ FROM 1984 THROUGH 1989, HE BECAME A FULL TIME MEMBER OF THE CURE IN 1990, PLAYING GUITAR, SIX STRING BASS AND KEYBOARD ON THE WISH, WILD MOOD SWINGS, BLOODFLOWERS, ACOUSTIC HITS AND THE CURE ALBUMS, AS WELL AS PERFORMING MORE THAN 400 SHOWS OVER 14 YEARS.”And his comeback in 2022.“HE REJOINED THE CURE IN 2022, PLAYING ANOTHER 90 SHOWS, SOME OF THE BEST IN THE BAND’S HISTORY, CULMINATING WITH THE SHOW OF A LOST WORLD CONCERT IN LONDON 1ST NOVEMBER 2024.”The statement concluded:“OUR THOUGHTS AND CONDOLENCES ARE WITH ALL HIS FAMILY. HE WILL BE VERY GREATLY MISSED.”Also read: What is Aaron Rodgers' net worth? NFL quarterback gifts Pittsburgh Steelers offensive line Can-Am Maverick X3 off-road vehicles for Christmas