Legendary musician Jimmy Buffett dead at 76: 'Lived his life like a song til the very last breath'

[Steve Williams]

This was a real shocker to read this morning...I first saw Jimmy Buffet back in the early 70's when he was the lead in act for the Eagles and their Hotel California tour. He opened with Margaritaville. He was a very talented singer, song writer and book writer amongst his restaurants etc. He will be missed

Legendary musician Jimmy Buffett dead at 76: 'Lived his life like a song til the very last breath'

Legendary entertainer Jimmy Buffett died on Friday at the age of 76 after more than 50 years as a musician. He died peacefully surrounded by his family, friends, music and dogs.

www.foxnews.com

 

[Steve Williams]

his talents transcended the music industry.....

Buffett's business empire built eventually featured apparel, resorts, restaurants, beer, casinos, a radio station and retirement communities. Forbes estimated in 2017 that the Margaritaville global lifestyle brand had more than $4.8 billion in the development pipeline and $1.5 billion in annual sales. Buffett's net worth was listed at $1 billion in June 2023.

The musician has 30 albums, launched Margaritaville Records in the early 1990s, wrote several fiction books and was involved in film and TV through musical contributions and cameos.

 

[steve59]

I still sing that song as loud as I can when I hear it on the radio! RIP Jimmy Buffet.

 

[Re-tread]

Sorry to hear this news of his passing. Such a unique character and talent; and, his heart-felt music created a quasi- music genre (Key West, vacation music, boating/sailing music, etc.).

He created some very original songs with original lyrics to match. It is another good bye to another good friend. (<-- borrowed from Keith Richards).

Hope he finds his golden shaker of salt in the sky, and, his cheeseburger in paradise.

 

[J007B]

RIP