The father of a “lifelong fan” who died after falling at the end of an Oasis concert at Wembley Stadium has expressed the family’s devastation.
Lee Claydon, a 45-year-old landscape gardener from Bournemouth, Dorset, tragically passed away following the incident at the London event on Saturday, his family confirmed.
Speaking from his Bournemouth home, Lee’s father, Clive Claydon, 75, told the PA news agency, “He was a lovely bloke, loved being with his family – a hard-working family man. He loved his kid and looked after them really well.”
He continued, “He had everything going for him. I am so devastated; I have been to the doctor for tablets and everything to get over it.”
Clive explained that Lee, a father of one with an upcoming family holiday to Turkey planned, had attended the concert with his brother and nephews. He acknowledged Lee might have had “a couple of beers” but insisted he had not taken any drugs.
Mr. Claydon stated, “He doesn’t take drugs. He may have had a couple of beers, but who hadn’t there? People have said horrible things, but it was just an accident.”
Mr. Claydon voiced concerns about the safety measures at Wembley. He added that the incident was not witnessed by Lee’s brother and family members.
“It must have been horrific,” he said.
“All I know is there was beer everywhere, it’s slippery, he slipped apparently, we do not know the rest of it, there’s questions about the barriers.”
He added: “Of all the thousands of people there, it had to be my son.”
A spokesperson for Wembley Stadium stated: “Wembley Stadium operates to a very high health and safety standard, fully meeting legal requirements for the safety of spectators and staff, and is certified to and compliant with the ISO 45001 standard.”
“We work very closely and collaboratively with all relevant event delivery stakeholders – including event owners, local authorities, the Sports Grounds Safety Authority and the police – to deliver events to high standards of safety, security and service for everyone attending or working in the venue.”
The Health and Safety Executive has been informed.
The Metropolitan Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident or anyone with mobile phone footage to come forward.
A fundraising page established to support Mr. Claydon’s partner and son has already raised over £2,000 (€2,300).
“Our family has been turned upside down and are struggling to deal with this devastation and unexpected loss,” Aaron Claydon wrote on the page.
“Lee was a loving family man who was a role model to his son.
“Lee would have done anything for any of us, and he was taken from us far too soon, and we will miss him so very much.
“Lee loved all outdoor activities, one of his favourite hobbies was fishing. He also loved music and his guitar. He also really enjoyed going to watch and support the boys and his nephew at their football games.”
The fall occurred during a series of stadium shows for the band’s sold-out Live ’25 reunion tour – their first since splitting in 2009.
Oasis said in a statement: “We are shocked and saddened to hear of the tragic death of a fan at the show.
“Oasis would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the person involved.”
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