Tom Evans (musician)
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Tom Evans in a promotional photoshoot from 1970 | |
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| Birth name | Thomas Evans |
| Born | 5 June 1947 Liverpool, England |
| Died | 19 November 1983 (aged 36) London, England |
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| Years active | 1963–1983 |
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| Formerly of | Badfinger |
Thomas Evans (5 June 1947 – 19 November 1983) was an English musician who was best known for his work as the bassist of the band Badfinger. He also co-wrote their 1970 song "Without You," which has been recorded by over 180 artists — most notably Harry Nilsson and Mariah Carey. Evans died by suicide in 1983, one of two members to do so, the first being Pete Ham in 1975.