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Jimmy Barnes has shared a loving tribute to his friend, Angry Anderson, after the legendary Australian rocker died on Monday at age 79.
In a post shared on Instagram, the fellow rock star thanked Angry for taking his musician son, Jackie Barnes, under his wing.
'We lost a good man this week. Angry Anderson sang from his heart with power and conviction,' Jimmy wrote.
'But don't let that tough outside fool you. He was a caring soul who loved his family, cared for his friends and stood up for the downtrodden.
'As a rock 'n' roll singer, he was as good as it gets. He took my son under his wing and they tore it up together.
'Rock in Peace my dear friend.'
Jimmy Barnes (pictured) has shared a loving tribute to his friend, Angry Anderson, after the legendary Australian rocker died on Monday at age 79
'We lost a good man this week. Angry Anderson sang from his heart with power and conviction,' Jimmy wrote. Pictured: Andersom
Jackie also shared his own tribute to Anderson, and recalled his time touring with Anderson's band, Rose Tattoo.
'Sharing the stage with @gary_angry_anderson and @rosetattooband will forever be one of the great privileges of my life,' Jackie wrote on Instagram.
'One of the greatest rock 'n' roll bands of all-time, with one of the all-time greatest frontmen.
'He was as ferocious as they come as a singer but under the surface was one of the kindest, gentlest people I have known. He loved his family, his mates and all the Tatts fans out there.
'Thank you Angry for your friendship and what an honour it has been to walk this earth beside you. Rest in peace mate.'
Jimmy's son, Today Extra host David Campbell, likewise had kind words for Anderson, who performed at his wedding to his wife, Lisa, in 2008.
Jimmy's son Jackie Barnes (pictured with Anderson) also shared his own tribute to Anderson, and recalled his time touring with his Anderson's band, Rose Tattoo
Jimmy's son, Today Extra host David Campbell, likewise had kind words for Anderson, who played at his wedding to his wife, Lisa. Pictured at the wedding with Barnes
Anderson performed his hit song, Suddenly, at David's nuptials in 2008
'I got to share many a stage and sporting field with Angry Anderson. He was a great frontman with a wicked sense of humour and a huge heart,' David wrote.
'His generosity went above and beyond when he performed our bridal dance with his hit ballad, Suddenly.
'I can never repay him for that memory. My condolences to his family and the members and crew of Rose Tattoo.'
The death of the legendary Australian rocker was announced by his family and bandmates in a social media post on Wednesday.
'It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Gary 'Angry' Anderson on the eve of Monday, 21 September 2026 surrounded by his loved ones here in Australia,' the Instagram post began.
'Angry was a devoted father, and much-loved member of his friends, bandmates and the wider music and entertainment community,' it continued.
The death of the legendary Australian rocker, whose real name was Gary Stephen Anderson, was announced by his family and bandmates in a social media post on Wednesday
'His loss will be deeply felt by all those who knew and loved him both here in Australia and overseas.
'The family and band members are asking for privacy at this difficult time and will not be giving interviews.
'We kindly ask that their wishes are respected as they come to terms with this devastating loss and take the time they need to grieve.
'We thank everyone for their prayers and messages of love and continued support.
'With love, The Anderson family and Rose Tattoo Band. Stay young, grow strong.'
Angry, whose real name was Gary Stephen Anderson, leaves behind his children Roxanne, Galen and Blaine, whom he shared with his ex-wife Lindy Michael.
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