American singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett, best known for his “Margaritaville” escapist tribute to the tropical life, has died at the age of 76, according to his website on Saturday.
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“Jimmy passed away peacefully on the night of September 1st surrounded by his family, friends, music and dogs. He lived his life like a song till the very last breath and will be missed beyond measure by so many,” a statement on the website said.
Margaritaville, released in 1977, peaked at number 8 on Billboard Hot 100 list and spent 22 weeks on the chart, making it his most popular single.
Buffett made 27 studio albums – with four platinum and eight gold albums – in a career that spanned over five decades and included writing and running a business empire.
He is survived by his wife Jane Slagsvol, their two daughters, Sarah and Savannah, and son, Cameron.
(Reuters)