'Margaritaville' singer Jimmy Buffett dead at 76
manchestereveningnews.co.ukThe American singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett has died aged 76. Best known for his 1970's hit Margaritaville, the singer died 'surrounded by his family, friends, music and dogs,' on September 1, according to a statement on his website.
The singer had recently spent time in hospital, but an exact cause of death was not given. Try MEN Premium for FREE by clicking here for no ads, fun puzzles and brilliant new features Buffett's musical breakthrough was his 1977 album Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes, which included the hit song 'Margaritaville'.
His other hits include Fins, Come Monday and Son of a Son of a Sailor. "Jimmy passed away peacefully on the night of September 1 surrounded by his family, friends, music and dogs," the statement on his website read. "He lived his life like a song till the very last breath and will be missed beyond measure by so many." Sir Elton John has paid tribute to the late singer, calling him a 'unique and treasured entertainer'.
Writing in an Instagram story, British megastar Sir Elton said: “Jimmy Buffett was a unique and treasured entertainer. His fans adored him and he never let them down. “This is the saddest of news.
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