Story highlights U2 pays tribute to Dennis Sheehan at Los Angeles concert

Sheehan, U2's tour manager, was found dead in Los Angeles on Wednesday

Sheehan had been with the band for more than 30 years

(CNN) Longtime U2 tour manager Dennis Sheehan died Wednesday, the band said on its website.

"With profound sadness we confirm that Dennis Sheehan, U2's longstanding tour manager and dear friend to us all, has passed away overnight," said Arthur Fogel, an executive with entertainment company Live Nation, in a statement. "Our heartfelt sympathy is with his wonderful family."

"We've lost a family member, we're still taking it in. He wasn't just a legend in the music business, he was a legend in our band," added U2's Bono. "He is irreplaceable."

Sheehan was found Wednesday morning in his West Hollywood hotel room, according to The Hollywood Reporter

He was in his late 60s and had been with U2 for more than 30 years.