Clem Burke led an incredible music career and life up until his death. Unbeknownst to the public, Clem was battling an illness. In April 2025, the Blondie band drummer died, and the rock group announced the news in a heartfelt Instagram post.

Clem Burke, longtime drummer with Blondie, has died, aged 70. Burke's death, following a battle with cancer, was announced by his bandmates on social media this afternoon, April 7.

Clem Burke, whose versatile drumming propelled the iconic rock group Blondie during its decades of music that spanned from new-wave punk to disco-infused tunes, has died.