THE son of legendary The Who drummer Kenney Jones has died, leaving the music icon heartbroken.

Kenney, who replaced Keith Moon as The Who’s drummer in 1978, revealed the tragic news about his son Jesse on Thursday. 

Posting on Facebook, the 76-year-old said: “It is with a broken heart that I share the devastating news that my son Jesse has passed.

“I don’t have the words right now to fully express how I am feeling.

“But I want to thank you all for your kind wishes at this indescribably painful time and ask for continued love, respect and privacy as we try to navigate this profound loss as a family.”

It’s not known how Jesse, believed to be a keen DJ and father, died.

However, tributes have poured out on social media in memory of the “beautiful soul” and “colourful character”. 

Replying to Kenney’s post, one Facebook user wrote: “The world is a little less bright without Jess.

“He was a beautiful soul and loved by many. Condolences to all family and friends, RIP Jess.”

Another commented: “commented: ‘I’m utterly saddened by this Kenney. Jesse was one of life’s colourful characters, the world will be less without him. 

“My thoughts and love remain with you and the family through this dreadful time.’

Kenney fathered six children from his two marriages. 

The rock star also owns and runs Hurtwood Park polo club in Surrey where he hosts events.

They sometimes include Kenney’s close friend Sir Rod Stewart with whom he was in The Faces. 

Kenney’s other rock star pals include Ronnie Wood of The Rolling Stones, Mike Rutherford of Genesis, and Stewart Copeland of The Police. 

He joined The Who following the death of the band’s former drummer, Keith Moon.