Justin Cary, the bassist of Sixpence None the Richer, has died. He was 50.
The musician “passed peacefully” on Thursday after suffering from a “serious stroke” one week prior, according to a GoFundMe raising money to pay for his medical expenses.
The statement further revealed that his wife, Linda, was by his side at the time of his death before asking fans to “please continue to pray and give strength during this very difficult time.”
On June 11, a GoFundMe page was set up after Cary was rushed to Albany Med Hospital in New York following a “serious stroke.”
At the time, he had undergone two surgeries and was in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
“The road ahead is uncertain and scary so if you are so inclined to pray, send good vibes and healing energy it would be truly appreciated,” the GoFundMe description read.
“We wanted to put together a fundraiser to help them during this time and show them love and support. Updates will be made on this site so we can allow Linda to be with Justin at the hospital while they take each step day by day.”
On Wednesday, the page’s organizer gave another update, sharing that he was still “in the ICU and on a respirator.”
“He is receiving amazing care!” the update insisted. “Linda is right next to his bed reading to him and hopeful he hears her.
“She is also telling him how much he is loved. Please continue to pray and send healing vibes.”
Unfortunately, he passed on June 18.
At the time of Page Six’s article publication, more than 360 people had donated, raising more than $38,000.
Sixpence None the Richer formed in 1992, with Cary joining the band five years later with vocalist Leigh Nash, guitarist and songwriter Matt Slocum, drummer Dale Baker and guitarist Tess Wiley.
Other members of the band included keyboardist Jason Lehning and Steve Hindalong, who joined the group as a percussionist in 2024.
The group’s greatest hits include their 1998 track “Kiss Me” and 2002 single “Breathe Your Name.”
“Kiss Me” previously reached No. 2 on Billboard Hot 100 and was nominated at the 2000 Grammy Awards in the category of best pop performance by a duo or group with vocals.
Linda mourned her husband’s death via Instagram, writing alongside throwback photos, “What an honor to be his wife and best friend 🩵.”
Cary was also remembered on the band’s Instagram page in a statement that read, “‘We sure had a great time’ is an understatement. Thank you, Justin. We love you forever … There’s never been anybody like Justin. 🙏🏻.”
