Bob Bryar, a former drummer for the rock band My Chemical Rom a nce, has died. He was 44. News of Bryar's death was confirmed in a statement from the band provided to CNN and NBC News. No information about the cause of death was disclosed.

American emo-punk band My Chemical Romance has confirmed the death of its former drummer, Bob Bryar. The news was initially reported last week by TMZ, who, citing police sources, said Bryar was discovered in his home in Tennessee after he was last seen alive on Nov. 4.

My Chemical Romance once consisted of six members: lead singer Gerard Way, lead guitarist Ray Toro, rhythm guitarist Frank Iero, lead bassist Mikey Way, touring keyboardist James Dewees and drummer Bob Bryar.