Exodus / Slayer Legend Gary Holt Says Today is a Dark Day
Gary Holt, the only unchanging member of the thrash metal band Exodus, has just shared an emotional photo on his Instagram account with his father Billie Charles Holt and stated that he misses him so much.
Here’s the sadly statement he wrote about his father Billie.
“One year ago today, I lost the most important man in my life, my father Billie Charles Holt. This time of the year will always be a mixture of sadness and joy. Today is a dark day. Miss him every second💔 Love you dad.”
Before his father Billie died, Gary was on a farewell tour with Slayer, but he forced to leave the farewell tour to take care of his father. He knew that Billie didn’t have much time.
After the death of his father, the successful musician the law drowned. Following the death of his father, Gary paid tribute to his father and said, “he is the greatest man I’ve ever known.”
You can read the article Gary shared after his father’s passed away below.
“Today I lost my hero, the greatest man I’ve ever known or will know. Billie Charles Holt passed away this evening, with my mom and all his kids present, knowing he was loved and respected more than anyone. This man was a god among men, he taught me everything I ever needed to know about being a MAN. Lessons that took a long time for me to realize the truth behind them all.He built the family home by hand and paved the sidewalk of my street when it was just dirt. True greatness.I fed him his last meal, he wanted to rest, and passed in his sleep later.I love you dad. I’m broken. What feels like beyond repair at this moment. But he’s no longer in pain. Thank you to all who ever sent me positive vibes and whoever wished me well during this trying time. Thank you @demmelitionmhfor aiding me to get home to enjoy what was one of his last “good” days he had, that and the day he had with my daughters. Thank you to my band mates in both bands who had my back in every way. Thanks to my brothers and my sister and entire family for bringing strength in this family unit.This is shattering. I feel empty and lost. @lisaholt777 thank you for keeping me from imploding. Super thanks to my niece Ashley , you were the single greatest gift to your grandfathers care and comfort.Dad, I’ll try to live up to your standards in every way. July 6,1933-December 17,2018. Love you forever.This hurts so much.”
