The music world is mourning the loss of a true counterculture icon.
Bob Weir, guitarist and founding member of Grateful Dead,has died at age 78 following ongoing health issues, according to a statement shared Saturday, January 10, on his official Instagram account.
Weir’s death marks the end of an impressive six-decade career that helped define American rock music and build one of the most devoted fan communities in history.
Bob Weir’s cause of death
In the announcement, Weir’s family confirmed that the rocker passed away due to complications related to his lungs after previously battling cancer.
“It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Bobby Weir. He transitioned peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, after courageously beating cancer as only Bobby could. Unfortunately, he succumbed to underlying lung issues,” the statement read.
View this post on InstagramWhile no further medical details were shared, the family remembered Weir’s legacy in the post, saying that they’re grateful for the outpouring of support, but are asking for privacy at this time. “May we honor him not only in sorrow, but in how bravely we continue with open hearts, steady steps, and the music leading us home. Hang it up and see what tomorrow brings,” the caption concluded.
Weir had publicly been dealing with health challenges in recent months. According to the family’s statement, he was diagnosed with cancer in July 2025 and began treatment shortly thereafter. Despite that diagnosis, Weir chose to continue performing, including a highly emotional three-night run in San Francisco celebrating 60 years of music.
“Those performances, emotional, soulful, and full of light, were not farewells, but gifts. Another act of resilience. An artist choosing, even then, to keep going by his own design,” the family wrote.
The shows became some of his final appearances, reflecting his lifelong commitment to music and his fans.
Tributes and legacy
Tributes from fans and fellow musicians continue to pour in as the news spreads.
Musician Maggie Rogerswrote, “forever and ever ❤️?️,” in the comments of the Instagram post, while guitarist Warren Haynes said, “May the four winds blow you safely home ??.”
TV personality Andy Cohenshared a tribute on Insta, writing in the caption, “Bob Weir wasn’t The Other One, he was That Guy. He was impossibly beautiful and wildly fiery, intense and passionate.”
Meanwhile, the former Eagles’ guitarist shared his own tribute, sharing a photo of him and Weir with the caption: “First saw Bob at Woodstock with the Grateful Dead and was blown away by that whole band, and the musicianship. I feel so blessed to have been able to have him sing on “Rock You” from American Rock and Roll. Until we meet again, amigo.”
View this post on Instagram“It was a great pleasure and a privilege to know you brother. @BobWeir R.I.P.,” John Lennonand Yoko Ono’s sonSean Ono Lennon shared on X.
In the family’s words, Weir was more than a performer—he was a force that reshaped American music and culture.
“For over sixty years, Bobby took to the road… Bobby will forever be a guiding force whose unique artistry reshaped American music,” the caption read.Weir is survived by his wife Natascha and daughters Monet and Chloe.
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