UPDATED: Prodigy Vocalist Keith Flint, Dead At Age 49


We have some terrible news to share as Prodigy Frontman Keith Flint has been found dead at his home today. He was 49. According to a report from the BBC, the police were called to Flint’s home at Dunmow, Essex earlier today replying to concerns for his welfare. The police offered a statement which you can read below. At the moment, his death is not being treated as suspicious. Update: As confirmed by the bands’ /Instagram confirmed that Keith committed suicide. Flint, part of the iconic group that popularized dance music coupled with the aggression of rock in 1990s, was about to embark on a tour of the USA next month, including major headling spots at festivals. They are best known for their international hit songs ‘Firestarter’, ‘Breathe’, and ‘Smack My Bitch Up’. We’ll keep following this story and share news as it develops. We send out sympathies to Keith’s bandmates, family, friends, and fans at this time. If you or anyone you know is feeling hopeless without a way out, please contact National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at call 1-800-273-8255.

“Sadly, a 49-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene.”

Their statement continued: “The death is not being treated as suspicious and a file will be prepared for the coroner.”

https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-47442312