Jimmy Buffett, the famous singer, passed away recently. He had been fighting a rare type of skin cancer called Merkel Cell Skin Cancer for four years. This cancer forms in the skin and can be caused by too much sun exposure and having a weak immune system.
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Buffett continued to perform concerts even while receiving treatment for cancer. His last show was in Rhode Island in early July. He died peacefully on September 1 at his home in Sag Harbor, Long Island, at the age of 76.
He was surrounded by his family, friends, music, and dogs.
Love and Mercy, Jimmy Buffett pic.twitter.com/9DUqbe8Hmf
— Brian Wilson (@BrianWilsonLive) September 2, 2023
Jimmy Buffett,
Your music brought joy to so many people, including me. It was always a pleasure when our paths crossed and we were able to share the stage together. I will hold dear our time spent together on stage, especially you singing “Kokomo” with us. Your sense of humor… pic.twitter.com/ihqy8oZwE8
— Mike Love (@MikeLoveOFCL) September 2, 2023
He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Jane Slagsvol, and their three children, Savannah, Sarah, and Cameron.
Heart broken this morning hearing of Jimmy Buffett’s passing. What an incredible talent and man. His songs will live on forever. I’ll bet most of y’all don’t know that he wrote the theme song for @BarmageddonUSA for me about 2 years ago. Raising a glass today to the Son of a son…
— Blake Shelton (@blakeshelton) September 2, 2023
Famous musicians like Elton John, Brian Wilson, and Blake Shelton paid tribute to Buffett on social media, expressing sadness at his passing and offering condolences to his family.
“I can’t change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination.” – the legend Jimmy Buffett pic.twitter.com/l0aMeuiOCJ
— Miles Teller (@Miles_Teller) September 2, 2023
Buffett was known for his popular songs like “Margaritaville,” “Come Monday,” and “Cheeseburger in Paradise,” which became classics in the 1970s and 1980s.
