Sir Brian May devastated as best friend of 30 years suddenly dies – saying it's 'one of the saddest days' of his life | The Sun

Posted on : October 13, 2023
Sir Brian May devastated as best friend of 30 years suddenly dies – saying it's 'one of the saddest days' of his life | The Sun

SIR Brian May has shared his heartbreak after his best friend of 30 years suddenly passed away.

The Queen legend, 76, took to social media to pay tribute to his pal Phil Webb, who also worked as his driver.


Sharing photos of Phil, Brian wrote: "This is one of the saddest days of my life. Last night we lost Phil Webb to a heart attack.

"Phil, my dedicated driver for over 30 years was my family’s dearest friend and protector and the kindest and most decent man I have ever had the pleasure to meet.

"We are all devastated and join with Phil’s wife and son in grieving for the last man on Earth to deserve this much too early passing away."

Devastated Phil added: "Bless you dear Phil – we all love you.

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"We’re proud of the life you led, and forever grateful for everything you gave us – more than any words could ever describe."

Friends and fans were quick to send their condolences on Brian's loss, with one writing: "Oh Bri – I’m so sorry to hear this. I had the pleasure of meeting him several times over the years."

Someone else wrote: "This is truly heartbreaking news, dear Bri.
Phil was a true gentleman, with a heart of gold."

And a third added: "This is so awful, I’m so sorry for your loss, Brian. I’ll be thinking of you during this terribly difficult time."

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We Will Rock You hitmaker Brian – who is married to Anita Dobson – previously swapped making music to work for Nasa, where he makes 3D versions of photos for the US space agency.

He was awarded a PhD in astrophysics from Imperial College London in 2007.

Ex-EastEnders star Anita, 74, previously said “He works for Nasa — does 3D stuff — pictures of their moon landings. He’s very clever.”


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