Eric Carr
Eric Carr | |
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Eric Carr c. 1990 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Paul Charles Caravello |
| Also known as | The Fox |
| Born | July 12, 1950 New York City, U.S. |
| Died | November 24, 1991 (aged 41) New York City, U.S. |
| Genres | |
| Occupation | Drummer |
| Years active | 1965–1991 |
| Formerly of | Kiss |
| Website | ericcarr |
Paul Charles Caravello (July 12, 1950 – November 24, 1991), better known as Eric Carr, was an American musician. He was the drummer for the rock band Kiss from 1980 until his death in 1991. Caravello was selected as the new Kiss drummer after Peter Criss departed. He created the stage name "Eric Carr" and designed his on-stage Fox persona. He remained a member of Kiss until his death from heart cancer in 1991.