Grateful Dead bassist and co-founder Phil Lesh dies aged 84

Phil Lesh, the co-founder and bassist of Grateful Dead, has died at the age of 84.

The musician’s death was confirmed in a statement on social media, which shared that he “passed peacefully” today (October 25).

“He was surrounded by his family and full of love. Phil brought immense joy to everyone around him and leaves behind a legacy of music and love. We request that you respect the Lesh family’s privacy at this time,” the statement read.

No cause of death has been given at this time.

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