Francis Rossi hasn't shed a tear for Status Quo bandmate Rick Parfitt 

I've met Rossi many times when he is just a normal bloke, not a rockstar! ..this man is a great guy with a big heart who has given millions to charity and looks after people without making a song and dance about it. He worked with Rick for over half a century...nobody has the right to make him grieve in public! Who do these people think they are? Leave him be!!!

Sounds like an honest man. His reaction is his business, not ours.

Rossi and Parfitt were great together. Two blokes working together for fifty years plus, are going to have a difference here and there. Just because someone refuses to join in the blubfest that has become UK journalism, that doesn't mean there is no respect and affection.

I'm sure he has his moments of sadness, in private, leave the man alone!

Having lost my best mate to addiction - he was a complete stranger at the end, the great person I loved and respected had ‘died’ years before. I miss that person every day and mourn the man he was. When he died, I felt relief (and guilt) but overwhelmingly relief, he had finally laid his demons to rest. Francis articulated my grief far more eloquently than I ever could and put it into some perspective. Respect.

In this mawkish age, people can't understand quiet dignity.

People grieve in their own way.

Rick and Francis were together for almost 50 years giving millions pleasure with there brilliance. No one should be surprised they had there arguments now and again. Everyone deals with there emotions and loss in different ways. Francis is a great genuine guy. Rick enjoyed his life the way he wanted. I just want to remember the great music and pleasure they gave me

Rossi is a sensible, intelligent, down to earth competent musician who has given joy to millions around the world and a dignified memory to his bandmate

When my grandma came to pass we had expected it. It wasn't a shock so we focused on the happy times and celebrated her life and carried on as normal. When my cat was run over I never expected it and it completely messed up my mental health. I understand Francis.

Francis is only being honest, He is not a bleeding heart hypocrite.

Proper bloke not turning on the tears when it suits, I bet he has moments when he reflects on the past but he does it in private , god bless

Francis is a unique person entitled to manage his emotions and memories in his own way. And the greatest tribute he can pay is to continue with Status Quo and remind people of the great music that they did with Rick.

I admire his honesty. Rick's self destruction has left him angered.

My Mam died a couple of years ago; I love her with all my heart but I still can't cry at her loss. I know what Francis means.

Not everyone grieves the same way

I love his honesty, there is love there despite what people seem to think, he cares

let francis grieve in his own way we all grieve differently. I'm sure he misses him deeply after all they were friends for over 50 years

finally someone not trying to turn the death of a friend into a cash cow.

In a fairly recent interview he said that the death of Parf hit him sometime later after listening to one of his songs that he liked and had a bit of a cry and said that he and Parf would never really cry over each other because they knew themselves too well. Here i think Rossi was upset about Parf and his grief came out as anger.

I met Rick one night in Bournemouth, I was in a stage act,he came to a club called Madison Joe's that I worked at,he got me the night off and I sat with him and his then lady,he was funny,a delightful guy,we even took a piss together, he told me some great stories,God bless Rick

I don't cry every day since my mother passed,but my heart is completely broke,we all deal with loss are own way, doesn't have to be all on show,sounds like he has let nobody down IMO.

This is a sad interview for me. I guess Francis is a private person and just wants to move on.

Grief is a very personal thing, and everyone deals with it in the way that is best for them. Those who play armchair quarter back and judge Francis Rossi will find out the hard way themselves when it happens to them. No one is exempt from it. The band amassed an amazing legacy, and Rossi has opted to press ahead with it. That's his prerogative.

Francis has been playing with Rick since the '60s so obviously he feels gutted. Why should he display his inner feelings to the world if that's not his manner? As for how "real" Quo is now, Andy Bown has been in the band since '76 and has been an important part of the sound for over 40 years. Ryno has been in the band for over 30 years - longer than Lancaster. Line-ups change, in any band, and to have 3 members out of 5 that have been together so long, that's good going! Long live Quo!

An honest reaction, exactly as I'd expect from Francis. Top man.

I've long despised the idea that we're somehow traitors to a cause if we don't respond exactly as the public (many of them anyway) dictates is correct. Who are we to say how Rossi should have acted, or that he owed it to share intimate emotions with us?

I didn't cry when i lost a few friends but was sad does that make me a bad person?

Give him a break. People don't always cry after a death, they grieve in their own way.

Francis is not being heartless or cruel he is grieving inside for Rick he just wants to do this on his own am sure most of his fans understand this i for one understands R IP Rick God Bless Amen

Status Quo without Rick or Fran does not exist for me

Good old school honesty, not a virtue signal in sight.

He did another interview and said he struggles to accept his death but people deal with death in their own way.

Rossi's just being honest instead of creating some bullshit story to hide behind because it suits some peoples' SQ fantasy.

Bless him he didn't want him to suffer

First saw Quo in 79 in the Cornwall colliseum and have seen them over 20 times since. Been once since we lost Rick and it wasn't the same. He was the engine room of the band and without him the core sound has gone. Sadly I won't be going again as it's best to remember them as they were and not the tribute band they have become.

He is only being honest and true to himself. Its good to see someone being true and not fake

Seems to be an honest straight forward bloke, admits to digging a hole for himself, but his honesty does him proud.

Leave the guy alone.

Geeeeeze some people …I bet Francis was really cut up when Rick died ..🥲🥲🥲some show things in different ways away from crowds..he will don’t worry miss him terribly..the band was those pair..but life has to go on..be save Francis Rossi..u still the best..lv Status Quo..I’m 70..🥰🥰💕💕💕💕

his honesty is refreshing and i get what he is saying about the resuscitation it's an awful thing to witness it leaves mental scars. people cope in their own way he is clearly not able to express emotion and that's sad for him

Hatchet job by SN. Reporter feels he has the right to intrude into Rossi's feelings and castigate him because he doesn't act how this hack thinks he should. Disgusting. I wouldn't have entertained him.

It is what it is .. Rick would probably have a chuckle at the whole Rossi not crying situation. He packed his life with amazing highs and lows and left us with a whole library of Rock and Roll. Job done ! Thanks a million and RIP.

I love Rosiss charismatic style . He is a born leader an hard hearted individual. He was born to play sing and lead and with the many changes to the line ups he saw that he never failed. Like him as a musician not as an individual

I didn’t cry when my mum died I was 17,we all grieve in our own ways…..it’s his choice and I’m sure he misses him everytime he steps on a stage or even handles a guitar

Regardless of your own opinions, it's pathetic to criticise someone's grieving process, keep them to yourself. Support the band or don't but give them all the respect they've earned.

leave him alone he waved at me when I was on bus in 1983 love him my clam to fame 💫💫💫💫💫

I cannot stand people who fake how much they care and sadly a lot of so called celebrities can't wait for a camera to film them so they can perform I think Francis spoke honestly and openly with how he deals with things.

It is possible to be extremely sad without crying

Im sure deep down after so many years together francis must look back at the good times together and raise a smile...Good night rick and god bless..

This guy is the ultimate professional when it comes to performing and people should respect that

I am so glad I got to see them together in concert ( in 2009 or 2010 ).

Nice to see some basic honesty in showbiz.

I admire his honesty.

Status Quo, Parfitt, Rossi, in fact any musician are NOT public property & should be allowed to deal with events such as this in their own way. None of us know what went on off stage, leave Rossi be.

Listen carefully to the last 2 seconds when Francis has walked out the door...priceless... 😂😂

Well he admits to not crying when his parents died, so why would he cry over Rick?

He's not an actor. Fair play to him. That's his own way like it or lump it. I liked Quo all my life and those lads gave us real music and good times. Their private thoughts belong only to them. I'm saying 'cheers lads', all the way.

I served the two of them for 2 years in jury’s hotel Dublin Ireland 🇮🇪,& they were like brothers,not just showmen..they were always great fun & trowing cutlery trays at me because they knew it was me..1980,& Phil Lynette & has a little fun with him,But the boys were great..Frank is right to carry on..as he says everything goes to both of them..that says it all..✌️🇮🇪☘️❤️

Actually, how nice to see such honesty.....

I will never forget Rick Parfitt giving me his guitar pick from stage, after I missed catching a couple he had throw into the audience.

One of the very best bands, no question, ever!

I was not a fan, but I went to one of their gigs and it was absolutely the best live show I ever saw. And the whole band had great charisma and great rapport with each other. Strange to hear of discord and down moments. But they grew that 60s band with a few "pop songs" into a genuinely great phenomenon. We are all curious to hear life histories. People love to expose cracks in veneers. But I prefer just to love them and their music. While its good it's still going out live - and being kept alive - I wonder if it will ever be the same as when they were at their peak together? IBut I also hope their music will be played and enjoyed a long way in the future - celebrated by new generations. I don't think it dates at all, certainly not in a live performance. It's just as good as it gets.

Refreshingly honest and real. Not like all these desperate celebrities trading on their supposed grief at every opportunity.

It's up to him how he grieves for it.

People need to chill. Rossi clearly loved the guy. But imagine the arguments they had. Stuff we will never know. Who knows what was said. Rossi is a typical bloke. Some show emotion others don't.

I do the same.I lost my mum,dad,son and wife.We have to move forward and not look back.It's the only way to survive.

"I don't believe in opening up the show saying ""Guess what, It's really really sad tonight that Rick's not gonna be here.""" Yeah, but he could easily open up the show saying "Tonight's gonna be a happy night, celebrating Rick.".

not enough news coverage of Rick , David Bowie who I never thought was that amazing had the full constant day , Rick had 5 minutes

I was upset by the lack of compassion from Francis .....but none of us know what truly went on between them ......😪

Pretty callous, I mean saving someone from a heart attack and then saying he should have been left dead??

My Memories of Quo? Mike Rossi suddenly becoming Francis overnight (see first album credits ). Quo performing 5 times at The 3,000 Croydon Greyhound Pub/Music Venue "paying their dues" after their "pop" 1960's era. In one Concert they did 5 Encores including a 7 Part Medley in one of them :) Performing with Slade at The Orchid, Purley, and 1/2 the audience there for each Band :) Seeing his 1-year-old Son in the cubicle next to mine crawling around. He later went to Public School :)

we understand grief expresses in different ways, but rick was status quo with Francis and think Francis could do a concert to celebrate his partners life, rick does deserve that acknowledgement, it would be a great concert....

There's a lot going on underneath this. I genuinely don't think the man is in the right frame of mind to comment on the death. It will probably hit him later.

Mad respect to him for not caving. Have your moments by yourself and screw those who pretend to be interested.

In my opinion (for what others may think its worth!) I respect Francis Rossi's viewpoint! Like companies that have history going back a couple of centuries, so too, do Status Quo have a history. But like those centuries old companies, Status Quo too have the right to change and develop. Rick Parfitt WAS a superb ryhthm guitarist and a fine vocalist and his contribution to the "quo" sound is undeniable. But the man has left us now! However, the 'legend' that is Status Quo remains and so - as with others such as The Drifters - it should be allowed to change as time passes. RIP Rick Parfitt - thanks for ALL of your input! xxx

wow, sky news reporters are pure ice cold.

Francis Rossi is so amazing.

He came across as a thoughtful, intelligent, well spoken guy.

I know what it ´s like being around people with that self destructive attitute (alcohol ....) it is just so endlessly sad and it has an effect on your own life - but let us not forget, Rick lived his life to the fullest and most importantly he gave us uncountable great songs along with his bandmaids. I also remember Brian Connolly from Sweet who went down a similar sad road - but again - they gave us sooo much!

Look,we handle grief differently,I know people who haven't cried Over losing someone close,it don't make them a bad person, people can be dying inside and come across happy,,no tears don't mean anything

Great band, excelent music, quality music! I will always love Status Quo! 👋👋👋❤️

The only tears i've ever shed was when i had to hold my 16 year old dog while it got put down. When the vet said she's gone i just broke down. When my mum died i never shed a single tear, i was very sad but it never made me cry. Btw i should of put the dog down maybe 3 months earlier but being human and selfish i waited a bit too long.

this isn't anything out the ordinary, Rossi has never been the emotional sort and certainly not one to cry about it, he's a very unemotional man in fact.

Not everyone cries at funerals. Some are just the quiet silent type.

I remember my folks telling me this: Francis Rossi didn't shed a tear over the death of Rick Parfitt - but look, neither man was shy of the rock n roll lifestyle, and we have to remember that Status Quo was a huge concern, a massive business, and they must have had many many hangovers, comedowns, problems with drink, drugs, girls, business desicions, we can't possibly understand the whole situation. It's between them. It's a band that brought a lot of joy to a lot of people, and only they will understand the reality behind all that..

I never shed a tear for my father when he died. i loved him and miss him so much . Everyone is different

Personally, I am not a fan of Quo at all, but Francis speaks honestly about this. I have seen other RU-vid interviews and he comes across as a ‘no bullshit’, honest type of man. ‘Old school’ I think it is called. Unlike a lot of young people who profess ‘love’ then when it falls apart slag each other off with real hate. Pathetic. The older generation are more honest.

matchstick men their greatest ever track just so sixtys..love it..R.I.P Rick

50 years .. geez, any relationship is going to have some hectic ups & downs during half a century

Francis always tells it like it is to be fair to the man

He’s being real that’s just the way it is, deep down he’s sad of course but nothing can change ................. he’s just being realistic and moving on carrying the torch so to speak

Francis Rossi has the same honesty and some of the same mannerisms and ways of speaking as John Lydon (Johnny Rotten). Says it like it is, with no pretence.

It’s refreshing to hear someone who doesn’t subscribe to the current trend of beating ones breast and wailing in public. Some of the displays that have been aired,of sobbing ,screeching mourners,of someone they’ve never met, adding yet another teddy bear to the steadily growing mountain of soft toys and flowers are verging on grotesque

I agree with what he said about the re-animation. When Einstein was in hospital at 76, he rejected a surgery at the stomach. He died peacefully and with dignity. That's what I want, too. Not being kept alive because they can.

Always a great interview from Francis Rossi a true Pro!

Fifty years, most relationships end after four years and fought in court with fire.

Everybody grieves differently and grieving is personal to them. Whether it be anger, denial or upset. Nobody should be judged for the manner in which they grieve because grieving itself isn't a conscious decision. Its a reaction.

Without Rick Parfitt no Status Quo. Saw them in their old line up in `amsterdam years ago. The band is now dead for me....

Love how that guitar just dangles at the end lol