Phil Lesh, founding member and bassist of the Grateful Dead, has died

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Phil Lesh, bassist and founding member of the legendary rock band Grateful Dead, has died. He was reportedly 84 years old.

The news was announced on Lesh's verified Instagram on Friday, which said he died “peacefully” on Friday morning.

“He was surrounded by his family and full of love. Phil brought great joy to everyone around him and leaves a legacy full of music and love,” the announcement on social media read. “We ask that you respect the Lesh family’s privacy at this time.”

CNN has reached out to a representative for the Grateful Dead. A cause of death was initially not known.

This is a developing story and will be updated.