Lynyrd Skynyrd guitarist Gary Rossington dies aged 71
Gary Rossington, the last of the founding members of the rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd, breathed his last on Sunday. He was aged 71. The sleek guitarist was known for his amazing riffs and the news of his death was shared on the band's page on Facebook. The post read, "Gary is now with his Skynyrd brothers and family in heaven and playing it pretty..."
Rossington: A 'Free Bird' now
He is survived by his wife Dale and two daughters Mary and Annie. He was born and raised in Jacksonville, Florida, where he met drummer Bob Burns and bassist Larry Junstrom and formed an early version of the OG Lynyrd Skynyrd. Free Bird has become the band's signature song and Rossington's slide guitar made it attain cult status.
