Faster Pussycat still on board for The 80’s Cruise
Faster Pussycat of the 80s continues to be part of The 80’s Cruise on the Explorer of the Seas, a Royal Caribbean ship, which is currently at sea. A source closely associated with the band has informed Metal Sludge that Taime Downe, the lead singer, is going through a tough time after his fiancée, Kimberly Burch, tragically jumped from their eighth-floor balcony cabin on March 2nd. The band and friends are supporting Downe during this difficult time.
Initial reports were made by Metal Sludge on March 3rd before it was confirmed that Burch was the passenger who went overboard. Downe had to borrow clothes from his bandmates as his cabin was sealed off until the ship reaches the United States. The couple reportedly had a heated argument before the incident, leading to conflicting reports surfacing online, including from the Daily Mail.
Bahamian authorities have reportedly cleared Downe, but he will be re-interviewed by U.S. authorities upon the ship’s return to Florida. Burch has been part of the band’s life for a decade and was well-liked by friends and fans. tributes on social media describe her as spirited with a touch of southern charm.
The tragic incident occurred after Faster Pussycat’s performance on the opening night of The 80’s Cruise. Reports suggest that Burch was seen drinking and later misplaced her purse, prompting a search. The band members are heartbroken about what happened and frustrated about public speculation surrounding the incident.
Various media outlets have fueled rumors with comments from Burch’s family and insiders raising questions about her state that night. Downe’s past struggle with sobriety has been mentioned in reports, with his partner playing a supportive role.
Tributes for Burch continue to pour in on social media, reflecting on her free-spirited nature. Former Vixen bassist, Share Ross-Pederson, expressed disbelief at the incident, hoping for a different explanation. The band is set to perform on March 7th with plans for an All-Star Jam to support Downe.
The band’s future performances remain uncertain amidst the ongoing situation. Faster Pussycat is also scheduled to appear on the upcoming Monsters of Rock Cruise. Metal Sludge has looked into the frequency of man overboard incidents on cruise ships globally to provide context to this tragic event.