Rock legend dead at 68 after cancer battle: ‘The world is lesser for his leaving’
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Key Points:
- Chuck Varga, known as “The Sexecutioner” and a founding member of GWAR, has died at age 68 after battling cancer.
- GWAR bassist Casey Orr announced Varga’s peaceful passing, highlighting his contributions as an artist, performer, and gentleman.
- Varga was involved with GWAR until 2007, contributing vocals, special effects, set pieces, costumes, and artwork, appearing on five albums including the 1990 release "Scumdogs of the Universe."
- In April, GWAR revealed Varga’s cancer diagnosis and launched a nationwide blood donation campaign in his honor, encouraging fans to donate blood and receive a T-shirt designed by Varga.
- GWAR, formed in 1984, remains active with 15 albums released, the latest being "The New Dark Ages" in 2022.
