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Rock legend dies just 8 months after rare cancer diagnosis. Here’s what we know
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Key Points:
- Richard Lloyd, the legendary guitarist and co-founder of the band Television, has died at the age of 75.
- He was diagnosed with cholangiocarcinoma, a bile duct cancer, in March, with tumors in his liver deemed inoperable due to their location.
- Lloyd passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his wife Sheila and his dog Willie Mays, according to a family statement.
- Fans and fellow musicians took to social media to honor Lloyd’s contributions to the early post-punk NYC music scene and his lasting impact on the music universe.
- A native of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Lloyd helped form Television in 1973, solidifying his legacy as an influential figure in rock music.
