US EditionJimmy Buffett, legendary 'Margaritaville' singer, dies at 76
- Jimmy Buffett, the US singer-songwriter known for hits like "Margaritaville", has passed away at the age of 76. Sir Elton John paid tribute to him, describing him as a "unique and treasured entertainer". Buffett's laid-back beach lifestyle and Caribbean rock 'n' roll sound made him a beloved figure among fans, and he went on to build a successful empire of shops, restaurants, resorts, and a radio station.
- Buffett was nominated for two Grammy Awards and had various film and TV roles. He always maintained his signature relaxed style, even addressing graduating students at a university in flip-flops. His Broadway show, "Jimmy Buffett's Escape to Margaritaville," premiered in 2017.
- Buffett passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones and will be deeply missed. He is survived by his wife, Jane Slagsvol, and their children.
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Nicole Kidman and Elton John pay tribute to Margaritaville singer Jimmy Buffett
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Jimmy Buffett died after a four-year fight with a rare form of skin cancer, his website says
Jimmy Buffett’s cause of death revealed SAG HARBOR, N.Y. (AP) — Jimmy Buffett, whose sun-drenched songs celebrated life by the shore, died of a rare, aggressive skin cancer, according to a statement on his website. Buffett, 76, had Merkel cell cancer, according to the statement, which was posted after initial news of his death emerged Saturday. The statement also disclosed where the “Margaritaville” singer died: at his home in Sag Harbor, New …
Jimmy Buffett died after four-year fight with skin cancer
SAG HARBOR, N.Y. — Jimmy Buffett, whose sun-drenched songs celebrated life by the shore, died of a rare, aggressive skin cancer, according to a statement on his website. Buffett, 76, had Merkel cell cancer, according to the statement, which was posted after initial news of his death emerged Saturday. The statement also disclosed where the “Margaritaville” singer died: at his home in Sag Harbor, New York, near the Hamptons. He had been fighting t…
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