Who was Alec John Such?

FORMED in 1983, Bon Jovi is a famous American rock ‘n’ roll band led by the titular singer Jon Bon Jovi. On Sunday, June 5, 2022, Bon Jovi took to Twitter to announce the death of Alec John Such. Who was Alec John Such? Born on November 14, 1952, Alec John Such was a native […]

FORMED in 1983, Bon Jovi is a famous American rock ‘n’ roll band led by the titular singer Jon Bon Jovi.

On Sunday, June 5, 2022, Bon Jovi took to Twitter to announce the death of Alec John Such.

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Who was Alec John Such?

Born on November 14, 1952, Alec John Such was a native of Yonkers, New York.

He played as the bassist in Bon Jovi from the band’s inception in 1983 until over a decade later, in 1994, when he left the group.

Aside from bass, Such lent backing vocals.

After leaving the group, he continued to work in music.

Such managed several bands across the United States, including local groups in New Jersey and the Chicago-based 7th Heaven.

What happened to Alec John Such?

Bon Jovi took to Twitter to share a tribute to their late bandmate, Alec John Such.

The band wrote: “We are heartbroken to hear the news of the passing of our dear friend Alec John Such.

“He was an original. As a founding member of Bon Jovi, Alec was integral to the formation of the band.”

They continued: “To be honest, we found our way to each other thru him – He was a childhood friend of Tico and brought Richie to see us perform.

“Alec was always wild and full of life.”

The post concluded: “Today those special memories bring a smile to my face and a tear to my eye.

“We’ll miss him dearly.”

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What was Alec John Such’s net worth?

According to Celebrity Net Worth, Alec John Such had an estimated net worth of around $10million before his death.

He appeared on several Bon Jovi albums, including:

• Bon Jovi (1984)
• 7800° Fahrenheit (1985)
• Slippery When Wet (1986)
• New Jersey (1988)
• Keep the Faith (1992)

Such owned a motorcycle shop in New York City after retiring from music.