Mark Sheehan, The Script Guitarist, Dies at 46

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Sheehan formed The Script in 2001 with Danny O'Donoghue and Glen Power in Dublin after being a part of the boy band Mytown.

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The Script has released six studio albums, including their self-titled debut album, which reached No. 1 in the UK and Ireland, and their latest album, "Sunsets & Full Moons," released in 2019.

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The band is known for hits such as "Breakeven," "Hall of Fame," and "The Man Who Can't Be Moved."

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Sheehan took time off in 2021 and early 2022 to spend more time with his family, and the band performed without him during that time.

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The band was scheduled to support Pink on her U.K. tour in June.

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Sheehan is survived by his wife Rina and their three children, Cameron, Avery, and Lil.

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The band and Sheehan's family have asked fans to respect their privacy during this tragic time.

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The music industry has lost a talented musician and a respected member of the community.

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