# Peter Byrne Dies at 74

> Naked Eyes singer Peter Byrne dies at 74.
- Title: Peter Byrne Dies at 74 · Billboard | Shortify
- Summary: Naked Eyes singer Peter Byrne dies at 74. Peter Byrne, singer of Naked Eyes, died at 74 after a brief illness in Los Angeles.
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- Source: Billboard — https://billboard.com/music/music-news/naked-eyes-pete-byrne-death-1236345794
- Author: Alicia Urrea
- Published: 2026-09-23T21:10:51+00:00
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## Peter Byrne
Peter Byrne, the singer and songwriter who co-founded synth-pop duo Naked Eyes, died at 74.
## Death Details
Byrne died peacefully in Los Angeles on Monday (September 14) following a brief illness.
## Survivors
He is survived by his siblings Eileen, Sandy, Carol, Steve; three children, Merlin, Dylan, Chloe; and ex-wife Elena.
## Musical Career
Byrne began his career in Bath, England, with early projects including a duo with Jeff Starrs and band Studio.
## Naked Eyes Formation
In 1982, Byrne and Rob Fisher formed Naked Eyes and signed with EMI Records for their debut album.
## Legacy
Byrne released solo albums and remastered Naked Eyes’ original self-titled album in 2025, continuing their legacy.
## Key takeaway

Peter Byrne, singer of Naked Eyes, died at 74 after a brief illness in Los Angeles.