Babyshambles guitarist Patrick Walden dies aged 46

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Former Babyshambles star Patrick Walden has died aged 46.
The guitarist - who starred in the British rock band alongside Pete Doherty, Drew McConnell, Mick Whitnall and Adam Ficek - has passed away, with the news being announced via Babyshambles' official Facebook page.
A statement from the band read: "It is with deep regret and sadness that we share the news of Patrick Walden's death.
"We feel very fortunate to have known, loved and worked with him and we kindly ask for respect and privacy during these difficult times.
"Peter, Drew, Mik, Adam. (sic)"
Patrick performed in a variety of bands - including Fluid, the Six Cold Thousand, and The White Sport - before he joined Babyshambles back in 2003.
The rock group - who were formed by Pete during a hiatus from the Libertines - released three albums together, including Down in Albion in 2005, Shotter's Nation in 2007 and Sequel to the Prequel in 2013.
The Libertines re-formed in 2014, but Babyshambles continued to perform sporadic shows and festivals throughout that year.
In 2024, Pete revealed that a Babyshambles reunion was in the works.
The 46-year-old musician admitted that the band were hoping to reunite to mark the 20th anniversary of their debut album.
Pete - who was well-known for his turbulent personal life during his time in Babyshambles - told NME at the time: "It is on the cards. We will get back together and get in a room with the instruments and play through the old songs, then get on stage and do it.
"But it's the who and the when that needs to be worked out. I think we'll just keep that one on the horizon and deal with that one next year."
Meanwhile, Patrick also worked as a live guitarist and as a session musician for a number of well-known artists, including James Blunt and Whitey.