Gregg Allman has passed away at the age of 69.
There were reports last month that he had entered hospice care that were immediately denied, but there were no suspicions that his health was a continuing worry.
Breaking News: Gregg Allman, a founding member of the Allman Brothers Band, has died at 69 https://t.co/7NS47dg1PK
— The New York Times (@nytimes) May 27, 2017
Our thoughts are with his family and his many fans today, another sad loss for the music world…
Here is the official statement from his family…
Gregory LeNoir Allman
December 8, 1947 – May 27, 2017
Rest in peace, Gregg.It is with deep sadness that we announce that Gregg Allman, a founding member of The Allman Brothers Band, passed away peacefully at his home in Savannah, Georgia.
Gregg struggled with many health issues over the past several years. During that time, Gregg considered being on the road playing music with his brothers and solo band for his beloved fans, essential medicine for his soul. Playing music lifted him up and kept him going during the toughest of times.
Gregg’s long time manager and close friend, Michael Lehman said, “I have lost a dear friend and the world has lost a brilliant pioneer in music. He was a kind and gentle soul with the best laugh I ever heard. His love for his family and bandmates was passionate as was the love he had for his extraordinary fans. Gregg was an incredible partner and an even better friend. We will all miss him.”
Gregg is survived by his wife, Shannon Allman, his children, Devon, Elijah Blue, Delilah Island Kurtom and Layla Brooklyn Allman; 3 grandchildren, his niece, Galadrielle Allman, lifelong friend Chank Middleton, and a large extended family. The family will release a statement soon, but for now ask for privacy during this very difficult time.
The family suggests that tributes to Gregg can be made to the Gregg Allman Scholarship Fund at The University of Georgia or the Allman/Lehman Endowed Scholarship at Syracuse University.
http://www.greggallman.com/
Rest in peace Greg Allman peace and love to all the family 😎✌️🌟💖🎶🎵🎶🎵☮️🌺🌹
— #RingoStarr (@ringostarrmusic) May 27, 2017
Broken heart. Gregg Allman I will miss you. #RipGreggAllman 💔 pic.twitter.com/bsdahxIX0i
— Sheryl Crow (@SherylCrow) May 27, 2017
never forget….gui
❤️chooch pic.twitter.com/q3BWnnNohp— Cher (@cher) May 27, 2017
