We request privacy at this sad time.
Marr followed up with an image of himself and Rourke from The Smiths days.
When Marr and Morrissey aka Steven Morrissey formed The Smiths, he joined soon after.
Andy Rourke in 2007 and onstage with The Smiths in 1984Getty Images
He most recently released an album with The Cranberries singer Dolores ORiordan under the bandname D.A.R.K.
Very sorry to hear that Smiths bassist Andy Rourke has passed away.
I have great memories of him playing with Johnny Marr and myself on the Red Wedge tour.
The Smiths in 1985, from left: Johnny Marr,Morrissey, Mike Joyce and Andy RourkeGetty Images
He was a lovely guy and an amazing bass player.
My condolences to his family and friends.pic.twitter.com/r9moJTxgiG
RiP ANDY ROURKEI first met Andy aged 17@simonWolstencr1party.We remained pals.
Belly laughs all the way.
Andy’s left the building, but his musical legacy is perpetual.
I miss you so much already.
Forever in my heart mate.
Greg Evans and Erik Pedersen contributed to this report.
