Jimmy Page Pays Tribute to Wilko Johnson: “I really admired him” – Dr. Feelgood Guitarist Dies – 2022

Jimmy Page:

I’m sad to hear today of the passing of Wilko Johnson, the Dr Feelgood guitarist and singer/songwriter.

I saw Wilko perform at Koko in Camden in May 2013 and the atmosphere was electric. This show was originally billed as his farewell tour (followed by his album Going Back Home with Roger Daltry) but, thankfully, he continued performing and thrilling crowds until recently.

I really admired him, and we’ll all miss him. RIP Wilko.

This is the announcement we never wanted to make, & we do so with a very heavy heart: Wilko Johnson has died. He passed away at home on Monday 21st November. Thank you for respecting the family’s privacy at this very sad time. RIP Wilko Johnson.
(Image: Leif Laaksonen) pic.twitter.com/1cRqyi9b9X

— Wilko Johnson (@wilkojohnson) November 23, 2022

As many of you know, we have cancer doctor Charlie Chan and surgeon Emmanuel Huguet to thank for the extra years Wilko was able to enjoy.

Emmanuel Huguet: ‘I feel honoured to have known Wilko. He was uplifting and life enhancing for me. Like so many other people, I loved him.’ pic.twitter.com/gzYj6KMNld

— Wilko Johnson (@wilkojohnson) November 23, 2022