Heartbreaking Loss: Sixpence None the Richer's Justin Cary Dies at 50
Justin Cary, the Sixpence None the Richer bassist, has died at the age of 50.
The musician “passed peacefully” on Thursday after suffering from a “serious stroke” one week prior, according to a GoFundMe.
“Linda was next to him,” a statement posted to the fundraising page read, referring to his wife. “Please continue to pray and give strength during this very difficult time.”
Last week, Cary was hospitalized at Albany Med in New York, where he underwent two surgeries and was placed in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
“The road ahead is uncertain and scary so if you are so inclined to pray, send good vibes and healing energy it would be truly appreciated,” the GoFundMe description reads.
“We wanted to put together a fundraiser to help them during this time and show them love and support. Updates will be made on this site so we can allow Linda to be with Justin at the hospital while they take each step day by day.”
Then, one day before Cary’s death on July 17, the page’s organizer gave another update, sharing that he was still “in the ICU and on a respirator.”
“He is receiving amazing care!” the update read. “Linda is right next to his bed reading to him and hopeful he hears her.
“She is also telling him how much he is loved. Please continue to pray and send healing vibes.”
At the time of Page Six’s article publication, more than 360 people had donated, raising more than $38,000.
Sixpence None the Richer formed in 1992, and Cary joined the band in 1997 alongside vocalist Leigh Nash, guitarist and songwriter Matt Slocum, drummer Dale Baker and guitarist Tess Wiley.
Other members of the band included keyboardist Jason Lehning and Steve Hindalong, who joined the group as a percussionist in 2024.
The group’s greatest hits include their 1998 track “Kiss Me” and 2002 single “Breathe Your Name.”
“Kiss Me” previously reached No. 2 on Billboard Hot 100 and was nominated at the 2000 Grammy Awards in the category of best pop performance by a duo or group with vocals.
Linda mourned her husband’s death via Instagram, writing alongside throwback photos, “What an honor to be his wife and best friend 🩵.”
Cary was also remembered on the band’s Instagram page in a statement that read, “‘We sure had a great time’ is an understatement. Thank you, Justin. We love you forever … There’s never been anybody like Justin. 🙏🏻.”
