Iconic Grateful Dead Guitarist and Founding Member Bob Weir Dies at 78

January 10, 2026 | San Francisco, CA

Bob Weir, a founding member of the legendary rock band Grateful Dead, has passed away at the age of 78. Weir died on Jan. 10. He was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1994 alongside the Grateful Dead and earned Kennedy Center Honors in 2024 as part of the ensemble.

Bob weir, founding member of the grateful dead, passed away on 01/10/26 @ the age of 78. He was inducted into the rock & roll hall of fame in 1994 w/ the grateful dead & received Kennedy Center honors in 2024 also as a member of the grateful dead. Ma

The music world mourns the loss of a true pioneer. Rest in peace.

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