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Malcolm McLaren Obituary
A man who identified himself as his son Joe Corre said McLaren died of cancer in Switzerland.
"He was the original punk rocker and revolutionized the world," Corre said in a telephone interview. "He's somebody I'm incredibly proud of. He's a real beacon of a man for people to look up to."
The multitalented McLaren rose to fame as the colorful manager of The Sex Pistols, but the art college dropout is also known for the infamous clothes shop he opened on London's King's Road with his then-girlfriend Vivienne Westwood in 1971.
The shop changed its name and focus several times, operating as "SEX" and "World's End" and "Seditionaries" at various times before she and McLaren split.
Music journalist Jon Savage, who wrote "England's Dreaming," a history of the Sex Pistols and punk, said that "without Malcolm McLaren there would not have been any British punk."
"He's one of the rare individuals who had a huge impact on the cultural and social life of this nation."
In addition to music and fashion, McLaren also dabbled in journalism and filmmaking - working in Hollywood with directors such as Quentin Tarantino and Steven Spielberg.
Earlier the AP spoke with Les Molloy, which British media identified as McLaren's agent. Molloy said McLaren had died in New York but Corre said that was wrong, and that Molloy was no longer McLaren's agent and was not authorized to speak for the family.
Repeated calls to Molloy since then have not been answered.
McLaren is survived by Corre and his longtime partner Young Kim.
Corre said that while funeral arrangements have yet to be made, McLaren had wanted to be buried in north London's stately Highgate cemetery, near where he was born.
Copyright © 2010 The Associated Press
42 Entries
Cynthia
June 30, 2025
Rest Peacefully, Malcolm McLaren
Carl Goodman
April 24, 2010
Thanks for the great music and hard work Malcolm. Regards to your friends and family. Will always love your 'Fans' album. Carl
Michael Tall
April 17, 2010
God bless you all in this time of grief. Loved the Buffalo Gals mixes.
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April 17, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with the McLaren Family in their time of grief. At times like these, drawing close to God in prayer is what will
"sustain you." (Psalm 55:22) I hope this will bring the family a measure of comfort.
A Friend
(Chicago, IL)
April 16, 2010
RIP! I have loved the SEX PISTOLS for 28 plus years and your family is in my Prayers.
April 14, 2010
RIP!!! Thanks for helping bring punk rock into our lives!! Will always be a huge fan of the Sex Pistols thanks to you!!! Condolences to your loved ones in this time of sorrow.
Rest Peacefully!
Fran Spruill
April 14, 2010
RIP!!! Thanks for helping bring punk rock into our lives!! Will always be a huge fan of the Sex Pistols thanks to you!!! Condolences to your loved ones in this time of sorrow.
Rest Peacefully!
Linda
April 14, 2010
Thanks for the music. RIP Malcolm. Condolences to those that loved him.
Terry R.
April 14, 2010
Hey Malcolm...Please tell Nick that i miss him and have a ball!
Big Jun
April 13, 2010
Malcom, you gonna be missed! Three Buffalo Girls go around the outside, She's looking like a Hobo!!!!
michael miller
April 13, 2010
rip have a nice happy ever after
Joe McLaughlin
April 12, 2010
Malcom,
Rest In Peace!
Mike BigWheel
April 12, 2010
Later Dude!!! R.I.P.
R COX
April 12, 2010
RIP: Malcolm. you were truly a revolutionary in the punk movement. Thanks for all the inspiration and thanks for what you did for the Pistols.
Enjoy your permanent HOLIDAY IN THE SUN.
XO
KEN & MARY O'DANIEL
April 12, 2010
WE ARE SENDING OUR LOVE,PRAYERS,&CONDOLENCES TO THE MCLAREN FAMILY,FRIENDS,&ALL WHO KNEW MR. MCLAREN.
Fans Forever
April 11, 2010
Rest in peace Brother!
John
April 11, 2010
RIP , Malcolm ... I hope you get your " Holidays in the sun "
Kevin
April 10, 2010
Unbelievable talent!
Christina
April 10, 2010
Mr. McLaren, thank you for sharing your brilliance, creativity, and style with us. You will be sorely missed.
My most sincere condolences to the family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
April 9, 2010
So long Malcolm. Be sure to say hello to Sid Vicious and Nancy Spungen!
Linda
April 9, 2010
Yours was my very favorite "Madame Butterfly".. Thank you.
Missy
April 9, 2010
My deepest condolences are with you at this time of need. Know that god
feels your pain as well. Go to him in prayer and he will comfort you very
much.
jim stevens
April 9, 2010
thanks malcolm for buffalo gals,it made me interested in hip hop and changed the scene in the uk.i will light a candle for you tonight.god bless.
A friend
April 9, 2010
Rest in Peace Malcolm,
Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy.
My condolences to the McLaren Family during this time of sorrow!
Harald B
April 9, 2010
We missed you. Radiopiraten from Germany
Harfe Harfe
April 9, 2010
We missed you, Radiopiraten from Germany
Norman Wnuk
April 9, 2010
My condolences, my wife recently passed away from mesothelioma.
Sarah
April 9, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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Sue Everson
April 9, 2010
Well... that is sad. I LOVE his albums "Fans" "Paris" Waltz Darling" and "Largest Moviehouse in Paris". I listen to these albums all the time.
RIP Malcolm!
Paul Eide
April 9, 2010
Thank You for enriching my life with thought provoking art Malcolm McLaren. Rest in peace.
Mike
April 9, 2010
R.I.P.,Punk.
Henryk Zaleski
April 9, 2010
Rest in peace.
Sheila Smith
April 9, 2010
God bless you Malcolm and all those who loved you.
donna
April 8, 2010
R.I.P. Malcolm
r eck
April 8, 2010
R.I.P. Friend
R Golay
April 8, 2010
To the the family of Malcolm McLaren - May God give you peace and comfort through his word and the Lord Jesus Christ during this time of sorrow,I know that Malcolm will be missed by many.
Victoria VZj
April 8, 2010
~Rest in peace~
Inside the
Spirit world
so Becomes
Life after Death
In a new life'
A new place of
another time..
In memory of
Legends MALCOM MCLAREN~
April 8, 2010
May Malcolm McLaren, a multitalented man, rest in peace now. My condolences go out to his son and partner durning your darkest hours. May God help you get through this difficult time.
Jenny cotton
April 8, 2010
May the love of your family & friends comfort you in this time of sorrow, May God Bless you all.
Greg Peters
April 8, 2010
Thank you for changing my life in so many ways.
Kind Regards
April 8, 2010
April 8, 2010
What Hope for Dead Loved Ones?
Ye, Almighty Jehovah God has not only the power but also the desire to resurrect persons whom he chooses. jesus Christ himself said: "Do not marvel at this, because the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out." John 5:28,29 Acts 24:15 kind Regards
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