The Brummie star, whose real name was Terence Wilson, passed away today (Saturday, November 6).
Astro left the chart-topping Birmingham band in 2013 to join with other founding member Ali Campbell for a new band - UB40 featuring Ali Campbell and Astro.
The band shared the sad news on their Twitter account.
"We are absolutely devastated and completely heartbroken to have to tell you that our beloved Astro has today passed away after a very short illness," the heartbreaking message read.
