Rhythm guitarist helped guide the legendary jam band through decades of change and success
Veteran rock musician Bob Weir, the Grateful Dead’s rhythm guitarist who helped guide the legendary jam band through decades of change and success, has died at age 78, according to a statement posted to his verified Instagram account on Friday.
He was diagnosed with cancer in July and “succumbed to underlying lung issues” surrounded by loved ones, the statement said. It did not mention when or where he died.
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Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jan/10/bob-weir-grateful-dead-dies-78
Author : Reuters
Publish date : 2026-01-11 01:01:00
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