Jack White Mourns Brother Eddie Gillis

Jack White is mourning the death of his older brother, Edward “Eddie” Gillis, who managed Third Man Records’ Detroit vinyl pressing plant, as reported by Billboard.

Gillis passed away on Saturday, October 24, after a tough battle against cancer, according to an Instagram post by White.

White credited Gillis with shaping his musical start and shared fond memories of their time together, including playing guitar and drums as youngsters and performing for the Detroit Tigers during spring training in Florida.

Gillis is survived by his wife, Angie, and their two children, Amelia and Garrett. Jack White has risen to fame as a solo artist and as part of the White Stripes, with notable achievements including three No. 1 albums on the Billboard 200.

This news matters to listeners because it highlights the personal side of a renowned musician and the impact of his brother's passing on his life and career.