Music legend Jimmy Buffett’s cause of death has been confirmed, according to a new report.
The singer died aged 76, and he was reportedly diagnosed with skin cancer four years ago.
It is believed the condition turned into lymphoma, with insiders claiming it was what caused the tragic news.
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Speaking to TMZ, a friend said: “He lived his life in the sun, literally and figuratively.”
The publication also claimed that Grammy-nominee Jimmy had been in a hospice receiving care since Monday.
Fellow music star Paul McCartney apparently visited Jimmy within the last week and sang to him and his family.
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News of Jimmy’s death broke late on Friday (September 1) with his family confirming he had died “peacefully.”
In a statement shared on social media, his family said: “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.”
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The famous musician has left an incredible legacy behind from his 60-year career and a huge net worth which was recently valued at $1billion.
The Margaritaville singer leaves behind his wife, Jane Slagsvol, who he tied the knot with in 1977, and his three children, Savannah, Sarah and Cameron.
Before tying the knot with Jane, he was married to a woman called Margie Washichek for three years from 1969 to 1972.
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Tributes for Jimmy poured in online as one user wrote on X: “Legendary and powerful musician. Thanks for all the songs.”
While another said: “RIP to the iconic, legendary Jimmy Buffett He was an entertainer beyond entertainers, even transcending to becoming synonymous with a whole lifestyle of living slow and easy and carefree.
“He was a true original and can never be duplicated.
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