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Bob Weir
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Bobby Weir. He transitioned peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, after courageously beating cancer as only Bobby could. Unfortunately, he succumbed to underlying lung issues. For over sixty years, Bobby took to the road.
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Bobby Weir is a founding member of the legendary Grateful Dead. Since forming the band in 1965, he has become one of rock’s most distinctive rhythm guitarists, shaping not only the sound of the Grateful Dead but also the culture of American music itself.
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It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Bobby Weir. He transitioned peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, after courageously beating cancer as only Bobby could. Unfortunately, he succumbed to underlying lung issues. For over sixty years, Bobby took to the road.
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Background information
Born Robert Hall Parber
(1947-10-16)October 16, 1947
San Francisco, California, U.S.
(1947-10-16)October 16, 1947
San Francisco, California, U.S.
Died January 10, 2026(2026-01-10) (aged 78)
Background information
Born Robert Hall Parber
(1947-10-16)October 16, 1947
San Francisco, California, U.S.
(1947-10-16)October 16, 1947
San Francisco, California, U.S.
Died January 10, 2026(2026-01-10) (aged 78)
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1 hour ago - Robert Hall Weir (/wɪər/ WEER; né Parber; October 16, 1947 – January 10, 2026) was an American musician and songwriter best known as a founding member of the Grateful Dead. After the group disbanded in 1995, he performed with the Other Ones, later known as the Dead, together with other ...
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RIP Bob Weir. Things had been quiet for some time, so this answers everything.
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4 days agoBob Weir, Grateful Dead Co-Founder, Dead at 78
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Love you, Bobby. Thanks for a lifetime of memories. Say hi to Jerry. More on reddit.com
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4 days agoGrateful Dead guitarist Bob Weir has passed away aged 78
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How Bob Weir redefined rhythm guitar - YouTube
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The Ringer
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Bob Weir’s One Last Saturday Night - The Ringer
2 days ago - The legendary musician who embodied the spirit (and the silliness) of the Grateful Dead for six decades died at age 78
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496K Followers, 224 Following, 2,016 Posts - Bobby Weir (@bobweir) on Instagram: "Founding member of @GratefulDead, Furthur, RatDog, @DeadAndCompany, and Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros."
NYTimes
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Bob Weir, Guitarist and Founding Member of The Grateful Dead, Dies at 78 - The New York Times
2 days ago - Bob Weir, the guitarist and songwriter who was a founding member of the Grateful Dead, which rose from jug band origins to become the kings of psychedelic rock, selling millions of records and inspiring a small nation of loyal fans, has died.
The Guardian
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Bob Weir was a songwriting powerhouse for the Grateful Dead – and the chief custodian of their legacy | Music | The Guardian
2 days ago - Bob Weir, co-founder of rock group the Grateful Dead, dies at age 78 Bob Weir: a life in pictures Aaron Dessner: ‘Bob Weir remained completely in touch with the Grateful Dead’s wild wonder.
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Bob Weir Was the Dead’s Invisible Thread - The New York Times
2 days ago - Bob Weir — the Grateful Dead’s rhythm guitarist and one of its songwriters and lead singers — should be celebrated for his riffs and vamps alone.
The Guardian
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Bob Weir remained completely in touch with the Grateful Dead’s wild wonder. I’ll never forget playing with him | Grateful Dead | The Guardian
2 days ago - It’s hard to believe that Bob Weir, founding member of the Grateful Dead who carried the torch for the band’s music after Jerry Garcia passed in 1995, is gone. He had the vibrant, playful energy, constant curiosity and adventurous disposition ...
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CNN
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Bob Weir, Grateful Dead guitarist, dies at 78 | CNN
3 days ago - Bob Weir, a founding member of the iconic American rock group the Grateful Dead who seemingly never stopped touring for six decades, has died, according to a statement posted to his official website.
USA Today
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Bob Weir cause of death: Legendary Grateful Dead guitarist dies at 78
3 days ago - Legendary guitarist Bob Weir, a founding member of the Grateful Dead, has died at 78.
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4 days ago - It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Bobby Weir. He transitioned peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, after courageously beating cancer as only Bobby could. Unfortunately, he succumbed to underlying lung issues. For over sixty years, Bobby took to the road.
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Bob Weir, Grateful Dead founding member and a jam band icon, dies at 78
3 days ago - Bob Weir, a founding member of the Grateful Dead whose rhythm guitar work, songwriting and tireless touring helped push traditional American blues and folk music into the modern era, has died, according to a statement posted Saturday to his ...
NPR
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Bob Weir, guitarist and founding member of the Grateful Dead, has died at 78 : NPR
3 days ago - Bob Weir, the guitarist and songwriter who was a founding member of the popular and massively influential American rock band the Grateful Dead, has died. According to a statement from his family posted on his website and social media pages, ...
AP News
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Grateful Dead founding member Bob Weir dies at 78 | AP News
4 days ago - Bob Weir, guitarist, singer and founding member of the Grateful Dead, has died at 78. Weir’s death was announced Saturday in a statement on his Instagram page.
Fox News
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Grateful Dead legend Bob Weir dies at age 78 surrounded by family after cancer battle
Bob Weir, co-founder of the Grateful Dead, has died at 78 after battling cancer. The legendary guitarist's family confirmed his peaceful passing.
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Bob Weir, Grateful Dead co-founder, dies aged 78
4 days ago - Bob Weir, the guitarist who co-founded the Grateful Dead, has died aged 78.