Death of Phil Lesh: Founding member of the Grateful Dead dies at the age of 84

Phil Lesh, a founding member of The Grateful Dead and the band's bassist throughout their three-decade career, has died. He was 84.

The announcement was made on Friday (October 25) in a statement posted on his official Instagram page. “Phil Lesh, bassist and founding member of The Grateful Dead, passed away peacefully this morning. He was surrounded by his family and full of love,” the statement said.

“Phil brought great joy to everyone around him and leaves a legacy full of music and love. We ask that you respect the Lesh family’s privacy at this time.”

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