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Mick Ralphs, Founding Member of Bad Company and Mott the Hoople, Dies at 81

ENGLAND, JUN 23 – Mick Ralphs, co-founder of Bad Company and Mott the Hoople, remained bedridden for nine years after a 2016 stroke and leaves a legacy with 40 million records sold worldwide.

  • Mick Ralphs, co-founder of Bad Company and Mott the Hoople, has died at the age of 81, as announced on the band's official website.
  • Ralphs is survived by his partner Susie Chavasse, two children, three stepchildren, and bandmates Paul Rodgers and Simon Kirke.
  • Paul Rodgers expressed heartbreak, stating Ralphs left 'exceptional songs and memories' and was a dear friend.
  • Drummer Simon Kirke called Ralphs 'a dear friend, a wonderful songwriter, and an exceptional guitarist.
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