“Margaritaville” Singer Jimmy Buffet Dead At 76

Posted September 2, 2023 by with 0 comments

He was before my time, and I only knew him because of the one song, but he was of course beloved by so many for so much more than “Margaritaville.” Via NBC:

Legendary singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett, best known for his song “Margaritaville,” has died, a statement posted to his website and social media channels said Saturday.

He was 76.

“Jimmy passed away peacefully on the night of September 1st surrounded by his family, friends, music and dogs,” the statement said.

“He lived his life like a song till the very last breath and will be missed beyond measure by so many,” it added.

[NBC]

It’s not known if Buffet had been ill, and no cause of death was provided as of post time.

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