Remembering Perry Bamonte: Guitarist and Keyboardist of The Cure Passes Away at 65
Perry Bamonte in June 2023 in Clarkston, Mich.
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Perry Bamonte, Former Guitarist of The Cure, Passes Away at 65
Perry Bamonte, the esteemed former guitarist and keyboardist for The Cure, has passed away at the age of 65. The English rock band confirmed the news on their official website on December 26, 2025.
The band reported that Bamonte died "after a short illness at home" on December 25.
"It is with enormous sadness that we confirm the death of our great friend and bandmate Perry Bamonte who passed away after a short illness at home over Christmas," the statement read. The band characterized him as "quiet, intense, intuitive, constant, and hugely creative," highlighting his warm-hearted nature and vital contributions.
Bamonte first joined The Cure’s road crew in 1984, later serving as guitar technician and personal assistant to Robert Smith. He became a full-time member in 1990, contributing to several albums, including Wish, Wild Mood Swings, Bloodflowers, Acoustic Hits, and The Cure. Over his 14-year tenure, he performed in more than 400 shows.
Following a period of absence, Bamonte rejoined The Cure in 2022 and participated in an additional 90 shows. According to the statement, these performances were among the best in the band’s history, culminating in the final concert of The Show of a Lost World tour on November 1, 2024.
Bamonte’s contributions were not limited to The Cure; he was also known for his work with the British rock supergroup Love Amongst Ruin, which included members from Placebo and Julian Cope’s band.
Born in London in 1960, Bamonte leaves behind a legacy of musical artistry that will be deeply missed. The Cure’s official statement concluded, "Our thoughts and condolences are with all his family. He will be very greatly missed."
Perry Bamonte in September 2023 in Chicago.
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Perry Bamonte, Reeves Gabrels, Robert Smith, Jason Cooper, Simon Gallup, and Roger O’Donnell of The Cure in November 2022 in Milan.
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