JUDAS PRIEST's ROB HALFORD Picks RONNIE JAMES DIO As His 'Rock God

"If ever a man was a rock god, for me, it will always beRonnie James Dio."

Ronnie James Dio passed away of stomach cancer on May 16, 2010 at the age of 67.

Dio was renowned throughout the world as one of the greatest and most influential vocalists in heavy metal history. The singer, who was recording and touring with BLACK SABBATH offshoot HEAVEN & HELL prior to his illness, was diagnosed with stomach cancer in late 2009. He underwent chemotherapy and made what is now his final public appearance in April 2010 at the Revolver Golden Gods Awards in Los Angeles.

Halford released his autobiography,"Confess", on September 29 viaHachette Books.

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