Bryar became a cornerstone of My Chemical Romance’s evolution, contributing to their 2006 opus The Black Parade. Widely regarded as one of the most influential albums of the 2000s emo-punk movement, The Black Parade debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 and included fan-favorite tracks like “Welcome to the Black Parade” and “Famous Last Words.”

Bob Bryar, My Chemical Romance's former drummer, has died at the age of 44. He was reportedly found dead in his home in Tennessee on Tuesday, Nov. 26.

My Chemical Romance with a 'heavy heart' paid tribute to its former drummer Bob Bryar, who was found dead in his Tennessee home last week.