If you are referring to John Lennon, he isn't exactly the 'lead singer' as they all sang lead on at least eleven songs (Ringo).
John Lennon was shot in December 1980 by Mark David Chapman, a crazed person who shot him after asking for his autograph. He says he did it to be as famous as John.
John Lennon was the Beatles rythm guitarist and lead singer
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The singer John Lennon, formerly part of Beatles was shot outside of his house in 1980 at the age of 40.
The lead singer was Roger Troutman until his death in 1999. He was shot and killed by his brother before he took his own life. Greg Jackson then took over lead vocals for the group.
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Paul McCartney.
Paul McCartney sang lead vocals on the song "I Will" from the White Album!
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George Harrison was the lead guitarist for the Beatles.