Bob Weir, co-founder of rock group the Grateful Dead, dies at age 78

Bob Weir, co-founder and frontman of the Grateful Dead, died at age 78, according to a statement from his daughter on Friday. Weir, who had been diagnosed with cancer in July, passed away surrounded by loved ones due to underlying lung issues. Along with Jerry Garcia, Weir was a key figure in the band, singing lead vocals on songs like "Truckin'" and writing hits such as "Sugar Magnolia." Born Robert Hall Parber in 1947 and adopted, Weir began playing guitar at 13 and met Garcia in the early 1960s, leading to the formation of the Grateful Dead. After Garcia's death in 1995, Weir pursued a solo career and participated in Grateful Dead reunions. His daughter requested privacy and asked that he be honored by living bravely with open hearts.

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