Foo Fighters' Taylor Hawkins' heart weighed more than twice the average man's heart: Report



A postmortem exam of Taylor Hawkins' body reportedly found that the heart of the late Foo Fighters drummer was more than double the weight of that of an average man.

A Sunday report from the Daily Mail stated that authorities also purportedly discovered a white, powdery substance — among a myriad of other drugs — inside the rocker's hotel room following his Friday death.

What are the details?

The report noted that 50-year-old Hawkins' heart weighed "at least 600 grams," double the weight of the average male heart, which is said to weigh anywhere between 300 and 350 grams, and added that Hawkins died of a "cardiovascular collapse."

Previous reporting noted that Hawkins ultimately died with a mixture of 10 different drugs in his system including marijuana, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, and benzodiazepines.

On Saturday, journalist Luis Carlos Velez tweeted, "Colombian authorities found: marijuana, antidepressants, opioids, heroine [sic]. At least 10 different substances found.” Velez cited Fiscalia Columbia, the country's attorney general's office.

Velez added that Colombian authorities also found an empty beer can, an opened vodka bottle, a Coca-Cola bottle, and more. Colombian newspaper El Tiempo noted that police also discovered "hallucinogenic drugs" inside the suite.

What else is there to know about this?

Hawkins was candid about his drug use in the past.

During a 2021 interview with Kerrang!, Hawkins detailed how he nearly derailed his life over drugs and partying and said that he was once "heading down a road that was going to lead to even worse paths" before he caught himself and righted his trajectory.

"I was partying in London one night, and I mistakenly did something and it changed everything," he recalled. "I believed the bulls**t myth of live hard and fast, die young. I'm not here to preach about not doing drugs, because I loved doing drugs, but I just got out of control for a while and it almost got me. I was heading down a road that was going to lead to even worse paths. Whether someone's sober, or they like a glass of wine with dinner, or they want a bottle of Jägermeister before they go on stage, or they like to smoke doobies all day long, everyone has their own path, and I took it too far."

He added, "I'm glad it got knocked on the head at that point. I wouldn't take anything away that I've done or been through either, because it's all part of the trip and the journey. I'm trying to be as candid as I can be."

Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins had 10 different substances in system when he died, authorities say



Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins had 10 different substances in his system when he died, Colombian authorities said on Saturday.

Preliminary toxicological tests on Hawkins' body found 10 psychoactive substances and medicines, according to Colombia's attorney general. The urine toxicological test performed by Colombian officials discovered marijuana, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, and benzodiazepines, the statement from the Colombia Prosecutor's Office said.

Taylor Hawkins' exact cause of death was not announced by authorities.

The National Institute of Forensic Medicine continues to investigate the death of the immensely popular musician who died at the age of 50.

The Bogota municipal government said the city's emergency center had received a report of a patient with "chest pain" on Friday night and sent an ambulance. However, a private ambulance had already arrived at the Four Seasons Hotel Bogota Casa Medina located in the neighborhood of Chapinero in Bogotá.

A health care professional attempted to resuscitate Hawkins, "however, there was no response, and the patient was declared deceased," said Bogotá's District Department of Health.

"The District Department of Health mourns the death of this talented musician and drummer, widely recognized internationally for his work," Colombian health officials said in a statement. "Besides, the entity sends its message of condolences to the family, colleagues and followers."

The band issued a statement calling Hawkins' death "tragic and untimely loss."

"His musical spirit and infectious laughter will live on with all of us forever," the remaining members of Foo Fighters said. "Our hearts go out to his wife, children and family."

The Foo Fighters were scheduled to perform at the Festival Estéreo Picnic on Friday night in Bogotá, but the concert and the band's South American tour were canceled due to the sudden passing of Hawkins.

Tributes to Taylor Hawkins poured in from rock royalty – including Ozzy Osbourne, Ringo Starr, and Billy Idol.

Hawkins was the drummer for the Foo Fighters for 25 years, and before that, he was the drummer for Alanis Morissette.

In his 2021 book "The Storyteller," Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl described Hawkins as a "brother from another mother, my best friend, a man for whom I would take a bullet."

"Upon first meeting, our bond was immediate, and we grew closer with every day, every song, every note that we ever played together," Grohl wrote. "We are absolutely meant to be, and I am grateful that we found each other in this lifetime."

He was born Oliver Taylor Hawkins in Fort Worth, Texas, in 1972, but was raised in Laguna Beach, California.

Hawkins is survived by his wife Alison and their three children.

Hawkins overdosed on heroin in 2001 and was in a coma for two weeks.

"I was partying a lot. I wasn't a junkie per se, but I was partying," Hawkins said in a 2018 interview with the online radio station Beats 1. "There was a year where the partying just got a little too heavy. There's no happy ending with hard drugs."

Hawkins remembered the moment that he had the desire to get sober, "Thank God on some level this guy gave me the wrong line with the wrong thing one night and I woke up going, 'What the f*** happened?' That was a real changing point for me."

When asked about his sobriety, Hawkins replied, "I don't really discuss how I live my life in that regard. I have my system that works for me."

Taylor Hawkins dead at 50: Police say death could be drug-related, how Foo Fighters drummer made girl's dream come true, rock royalty pay last respects



Taylor Hawkins – who has been the drummer for the last 25 years for the immensely popular rock band Foo Fighters – has died at the age of 50.

The Foo Fighters made an announcement late Friday night:

The Foo Fighters family is devastated by the tragic and untimely loss of our beloved Taylor Hawkins. His musical spirit and infectious laughter will live on with all of us forever. Our hearts go out to his wife, children, and family, and we ask that their privacy be treated with the utmost respect in this unimaginably difficult time.


The Foo Fighters were on tour in South America. The band was scheduled to perform at the Festival Estéreo Picnic in Bogota on Friday night, but the concert was canceled due to the untimely death.

"Due to a very serious medical situation, Foo Fighters will not be able to perform tonight and have canceled the remainder of their South American tour," read a projected statement above a candle-lit stage where the Foo Fighters were set to perform.

Police issue statement on a possible cause of Taylor Hawkins' death

Hawkins was found dead in a hotel room on Friday at the 5-star Casa Medina luxury hotel in Bogota, Colombia.

According to the Daily Mail, the Metropolitan Police Of Bogota released a statement that read: "The cause of death has yet to be established. According to those close to him, the death could be related to the consumption of drugs."

Hawkins' death is still under investigation.

The New York Post reported, "Hawkins had complained of chest pains to hotel staff, according to reports."

By the time medical responders arrived at the rocker's hotel room he was already dead.

Hawkins had a history of drug use

Four years after joining the Foo Fighters, Hawkins overdosed on heroin in 2001 and was in a coma for two weeks.

"We went through a lot of crazy periods with our band early on," Hawkins admits in a 2017 interview with Rolling Stone, which he states he is sober at the time.

In a 2018 interview with the online radio station Beats, Hawkins said, "I was partying a lot. I wasn't a junkie per se, but I was partying. There was a year where the partying just got a little too heavy. There's no happy ending with hard drugs."

Hawkins recalled the moment that he wanted to get sober, "Thank God on some level this guy gave me the wrong line with the wrong thing one night and I woke up going, 'What the f*** happened?' That was a real changing point for me."

When asked about his sobriety, Hawkins responded, "I don't really discuss how I live my life in that regard. I have my system that works for me."

Tributes from rock royalty pour in

Music legends paid their last respects to Hawkins.

Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne: "Taylor Hawkins was truly a great person and an amazing musician. My heart, my love and my condolences go out to his wife, his children, his family, his band and his fans. See you on the other side - Ozzy."

Singer Axl Rose: "Shocked n’ saddened to hear of the passing of Taylor Hawkins. He was a really great guy, drummer n’ family man. Was always great to see him!Was looking forward to seeing him n’ everyone in Daytona. Truly saddened. My deepest condolences to his family, the Foo Fighters n’ their fans."

Singer Billy Idol: "So tragic. Rest in peace Taylor."

Guitarist Slash: "Devastated by the loss of our friend #TaylorHawkins I've no words to express all the feelings I have about his passing. But my heart goes out to his family. & his band & friends. RIP Taylor."

Singer-songwriter Liam Gallagher: "Absolutely devastated to hear the sad news about Taylor Hawkins my thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends RIP brother."

Singer Richard Marx: "Gutted. Completely gutted. We just recorded something together a month ago. Can’t even process this right now. Let’s hold Taylor’s wife and children close to our hearts."

Rage Against the Machine singer Tom Morello: "God bless you Taylor Hawkins. I loved your spirit and your unstoppable rock power. Rest In Peace my friend."

Beatles drummer Ringo Starr: "God bless Taylor peace and love to all his family and the band peace and love."

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— #RingoStarr (@#RingoStarr) 1648267677

The band Nickelback: "In utter disbelief at the news of Taylor Hawkins. Our deepest condolences to his family, his bandmates, his team, his friends and everyone that was ever touched by the music he created with @foofighters@Alanis and so many others. This is so incredibly sad."

In utter disbelief at the news of Taylor Hawkins. Our deepest condolences to his family, his bandmates, his team, his friends and everyone that was ever touched by the music he created with @foofighters @Alanis and so many others. This is so incredibly sad.pic.twitter.com/2AUeqpaN94
— Nickelback (@Nickelback) 1648265502

The band The Offspring: "Shocked and saddened to hear of the loss of one of rock’s greatest drummers. Our hearts go out to the family and friends of Taylor Hawkins tonight."

Shocked and saddened to hear of the loss of one of rock\u2019s greatest drummers. Our hearts go out to the family and friends of Taylor Hawkins tonight.pic.twitter.com/CiHWW3C11S
— The Offspring (@The Offspring) 1648273154

Drummer Travis Barker: "I don’t have the words. Sad to write this or to never see you again. I'll never forget Laguna Beach days when I was a trash man playing in a punk rock band and you were playing with Alanis. You'd come watch me play in dive bars and be like, 'kid you’re a star.' And I thought you were crazy but you gave me so much hope and determination. Years later we toured together with Blink and Foo's in Australia and I have the best memories of smoking cigarettes in the restroom of flights we were on together and watching your set every night. To say I'll miss you my friend isn’t enough. Till the next time we talk drums and smoke in the boys room … Rest In Peace."


Taylor Hawkins made a little girl's dream come true

Emma Sofia Peralta – a 9-year-old girl from Paraguay – attempted to meet members of the Foo Fighters by playing drums outside the band's hotel in the city of Asuncion this week.

"When my daughter found out that the Foo Fighters were coming, she started a campaign to meet them," Emma's father wrote on social media. "Today we took her drums to play in front of the Sheraton and look who came out. Dreams come true."

Hawkins visited the girl to cheers of the crowd that gathered outside the hotel.

Hawkins died 48 hours later.

"We are devastated," the father said. "I don't know how to tell this to Emma."

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— Julius (@Julius) 1648162169
\u201cEmma Sof\u00eda Peralta (9) dazzled the entire audience and Foo Fighters fans when she arrived with her drums and played for an hour in front of the hotel where the group was staying. Drummer Taylor Hawkins came down to meet her and take a picture\u201d. \n\nTuit by @manuelcuencapic.twitter.com/FHUIMEHdUc
— Andres F. Hoyos (@Andres F. Hoyos) 1648266634

Taylor Hawkins' final performance

The drummer's last song played was Foo Fighters' classic "Everlong" during Lollapalooza Argentina on March 20 – five days before his sudden death.

Foo Fighters - Everlong - Lollapalooza Argentina 2022 www.youtube.com

Taylor Hawkins leaves loved ones

The Foo Fighters drummer leaves behind his wife Alison and three children – Annabelle, Everly Hawkins, and Oliver.

Hawkins, Dave Grohl, and the Foo Fighters were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame by Paul McCartney last year.