# Ian Hill Retires From Judas Priest

> Judas Priest bassist Ian Hill retires after 56 years due to arthritis.
- Title: Ian Hill Retires From Judas Priest · NME | Shortify
- Summary: Judas Priest bassist Ian Hill retires after 56 years due to arthritis. ian hill, judas priest, arthritis · reported by NME.
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- Source: NME — https://nme.com/news/music/ian-hill-retires-from-judas-priest-thank-you-for-the-life-youve-let-me-live-3972800
- Published: 2026-10-09T15:20:34+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: ian hill, judas priest, arthritis, retirement, uriah heep, davey rimmer, bloodstock festival, 2026, music, culture
## Ian Hill Announces Retirement
Judas Priest bassist Ian Hill announced retirement after 56 years with the band.
## Arthritis Causes Retirement
Hill cited advanced arthritis in his left shoulder and right hand as reason for stepping down.
## Davey Rimmer Steps In
Uriah Heep’s Davey Rimmer will fill in for Hill on remaining tour dates after snapping a tendon.
## Hill’s Retirement Decision
Hill decided to retire after neglecting family life for 57 years and arthritis complications.
## Key takeaway

Judas Priest bassist Ian Hill retires after 56 years due to arthritis.