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Former Nine Inch Nails keyboardist James Woolley dies at 50

Former Nine Inch Nails keyboardist James Woolley has passed away at the age of 50.

The news was confirmed by a Facebook post from his ex-wife, Kate Van Buren. They had three children together.

Woolley was part of NIN from 1991-1994, during which the group recorded The Downward Spiral, which has sold 4 million units and is the band's highest selling record to date. He played in the band 2wo with Judas Priest lead singer Rob Halford and Marilyn Manson guitarist John 5 following his time in Nine Inch Nails.

A cause of death has yet to be revealed. AP sends its condolences to Woolley's family, friends and fans.