Charlie Colin, a founding member of the ’90s pop rock band Train, has tragically passed away at the age of 58, as reported by his mother. His untimely death was the result of a fatal slip and fall in the shower.
At the time of the incident, Charlie was house-sitting for a friend in Brussels, Belgium, and it remains shrouded in mystery.
Five days passed before friends returned home and discovered the tragic aftermath of the accident.
Charlie, along with Pat Monahan, Scott Underwood, Rob Hotchkiss, and Jimmy Stafford, formed Train in 1993. The band gained fame with hits like Drops of Jupiter, Careless Whisperer, and Hey, Soul Sister.
The band achieved significant success, reaching No. 6 on the Billboard 200 chart with their hit song Drops of Jupiter, which earned them two Grammy Awards in 2002.
However, in 2003, Charlie faced a turning point when the band confronted him about his substance abuse issues, ultimately leading to his departure from Train.
Reflecting on his time with the band, Charlie admitted the challenges he faced and the toll it took on him. He expressed gratitude and acknowledgment of the difficulties he encountered during his tenure.
Following the news of Charlie’s passing, fans and well-wishers have flooded social media platforms with messages of sympathy and condolences for his loved ones.
“Damn, that’s sad. Train had some great hits. RIP Charlie Colin,” one fan expressed.
“Sending my condolences to his friends and family, very sad,” tweeted another in response to the tragic news.
Charlie’s impact and legacy on the music industry will forever be remembered by his devoted fans and colleagues. May he rest in peace.
During a revealing interview in 2022, Charlie shared a glimpse into the highs and lows of his rockstar life and career.
He spoke about his musical upbringing and journey that ultimately led to the formation of Train in the ’90s. Reflecting on his path, Charlie acknowledged the pitfalls and successes he encountered along the way.
Opening up about his departure from Train, Charlie expressed his desire to maintain his sense of self and identity amidst the pressures of fame in the band.
Charlie previously opened up about his rockstar life in a 2022 podcast appearance, where he detailed how his childhood was heavily influenced by music.
